What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exhibit Deinstallation Contractor position at Conner Prairie Museum?
Description
Assist staff from Conner Prairie and Imagine Exhibitions to deinstall, pack, and ship the traveling exhibit Food: Science, Culture and Cuisine at Conner Prairie.
Deinstallation Period
Tuesday, September 8th through Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Contractor Responsibilities
- Work 10-hour days for up to six days straight including weekends (breaks will be provided)
- Follow instructions from exhibit production team
- Assist with loading and unloading semis using pallet jacks
- Transport crates and pallets using pallet jacks and dollies
- Disassemble and pack exhibit displays, AV equipment, and interactives
- Clean exhibit and workspaces and prepare gallery for next exhibit
Key Requirements
- Availability for the entire deinstallation period (9/8-9/13)
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- Ability to kneel, crouch, climb and work on a ladder
- Must pass background check
- Experience with using basic power tools is preferred but not required
- Experience in fabrication, stagecraft, event production, AV, carpentry, or a related field is preferred but not required
Compensation
Contractors will be paid $225 per 10-hour day, with up to 6 days of work. Number of days required will be determined during the deinstallation period. Pay will be one lump sum delivered via check after the deinstallation is complete.
Salary : $225