Exhibit Specialist

The Exhibit Specialist maintains and enhances exhibit technology at the Orlando Science Center, with a 60/40 focus on supporting existing exhibits (troubleshooting, repairs, documentation) and developing new interactive components. The role requires expertise in computer, mechanical, and soldering work, plus proficiency in electronics, A/V, and PC systems. The specialist also supports the setup and upkeep of temporary exhibits year-round.

 Essential Functions

• Demonstrates expertise in software and hardware computer systems including Windows (XP – 11), OS X (v10.3 – 10.15), Linux.
• Solder and board level system diagnostics is a must
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and equipment used in development and programming of microcontrollers, PC’s, show controllers and audio/video equipment, along with working knowledge of various programming languages such as Python, Arduino and BrightSign. 
• Provide Solutions to chronic or systemic technology defects in individual exhibits which reduces their efficiency and reliability or compromise the intended function. 
• Assists with the development of new exhibits & grant projects by making recommendations for the safe, efficient, and effective use of technology.
• Document all wiring diagrams, code and electronic components utilized in new exhibits.
• Support various AV, Projector and DMX setups throughout the science center. 
• Ability to read complex wiring diagrams
• Demonstrates initiative to work without direct supervision.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 
 Minimum Qualifications 

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience: 5 years relevant work experience.
3. Certifications: N/A

 Preferred Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Good working knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot computer, electronic, mechanical, and audio/video systems as necessary. 
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to use a wide variety of hand and power tools. 
• Experience with interactive software such as Adobe Air, Flash and Director.
• Ability to work in Auto CAD, Sketch Up, or Fusion360.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Candidate must be responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks and skilled in the use of a wide variety of hand and power tools. 

 Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

 Physical Demands

• Moves throughout the museum.   
• Ascends/descends stairs throughout the museum. 
• Ascends/descends ladders or other equipment to perform various tasks. 
• Observes and reacts to the needs of guests, staff, volunteers, and community partners. 
• Communicates and exchanges accurate information with guests, staff, volunteers, and community partners in a variety of formats including in-person, electronically, and over the phone. 
• Operates a computer and/or office equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Understand and distinguish speech and other sounds (machinery, alarms, equipment).
• Manipulates and moves components weighing up to 50 pounds, including those that may be low to the ground or above eye level. 
• Occasionally works in outdoor environments. 
• Frequently works in indoor environments.
• Coping with demands and stresses associated with job and work environment.
• Kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling - Frequently 
• Weight Levels – Lift, Push, Pull 
  • Up to 50 pounds

 Expected Hours of Work & Travel

• This position primarily works Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Hours are subject to change to suit the needs of the organization. 
• Nights and weekends as required.
• Travel: N/A

Telecommuting
This position is required to be onsite 100% of the time. 

 Other Duties

 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.