What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exhibit Technician position at State Preservation Board?
Primary Location:
1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Job Type: Full-time,
40
hours
per
week; Monday-Friday 8a - 5pm ; Must be willing and able to work evening, nights, and weekends as needed.
Hiring Rate
$4,600.00 - $4,800.00 / monthly
Salary Group
: B-17
Job Class (Code)
7464 - Exhibit Technician
Posting Date
July 20, 2026 -Until Filled
To Apply
Submit
a
fully
completed
application form online at
https://TXSPB.formstack.com/forms/tx_state_app_new
Organization Overview
The Bullock Texas State History Museum immerses visitors in Texas history and culture through a variety of exhibitions, films, and events serving over 500,000 visitors a year on-site and on-line. A dynamic educational institution accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Bullock Museum is a division of the Texas State Preservation Board (TSPB). For additional information about TSPB and the Bullock Museum please see:
www.tspb.texas.gov
and
www.thestoryoftexas.com
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and other insurances, a defined benefit pension and 401K retirement plans,
flexible spending and dependent care accounts options, paid parental leave, free parking and free Museum membership along with a North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association membership, discounts in the Museum store and caf, and access to the Museums American Alliance of Museums membership. To find out more information about State of Texas Employee benefits visit the
Employees Retirement System
website.
Position
Summary
As a member of the Interpretation Department, the Exhibit Technician reports to the Exhibit Production Supervisor and works with an experienced and dedicated interdisciplinary team under the auspices of the Head of Exhibition Production. With moderate supervision, Exhibit Techs work both independently and cooperatively to achieve aesthetic and educational goals for the Museums diverse audiences. Meeting assigned deadlines in a fast-paced environment, the Exhibit Tech is responsible for artifact mount making, varied exhibit fabrication, installation, de-installation, and general daily maintenance of Museum exhibits and their related structures, furniture, A/V, and fixtures. Exhibit Techs are also responsible for the proper museum-quality care, preservation, and security of artifacts during all mount-making, transporting to and from the dock or galleries, and their installation and de-installation. This position requires a great deal of physical activity in performance of duties including excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, repetitive movements of reaching, climbing, kneeling, stretching, stooping, squatting and bending.
Candidates must have a valid drivers license and be physically capable of climbing ladders, using a lift, and manually lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. Exhibit Techs may be assigned projects according to specialty, including but not limited to lighting, carpentry, woodworking, media/audio-visual maintenance, artifact mount-making, or other functions per department needs. Use of sound judgment and a professional, respectful, and service-oriented focus when interacting with employees, visitors, and the public is required. References will be required to verify experience. Must be able to pass a thorough criminal background check. ***Work hours are based on the Agency's 365 day-per-year schedule and include rotating weekend coverage, evenings and holidays, including on short notice.**
**For purposes of this agency's job descriptions, "essential **
1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Job Type: Full-time,
40
hours
per
week; Monday-Friday 8a - 5pm ; Must be willing and able to work evening, nights, and weekends as needed.
Hiring Rate
$4,600.00 - $4,800.00 / monthly
Salary Group
: B-17
Job Class (Code)
7464 - Exhibit Technician
Posting Date
July 20, 2026 -Until Filled
To Apply
Submit
a
fully
completed
application form online at
https://TXSPB.formstack.com/forms/tx_state_app_new
Organization Overview
The Bullock Texas State History Museum immerses visitors in Texas history and culture through a variety of exhibitions, films, and events serving over 500,000 visitors a year on-site and on-line. A dynamic educational institution accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Bullock Museum is a division of the Texas State Preservation Board (TSPB). For additional information about TSPB and the Bullock Museum please see:
www.tspb.texas.gov
and
www.thestoryoftexas.com
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and other insurances, a defined benefit pension and 401K retirement plans,
flexible spending and dependent care accounts options, paid parental leave, free parking and free Museum membership along with a North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association membership, discounts in the Museum store and caf, and access to the Museums American Alliance of Museums membership. To find out more information about State of Texas Employee benefits visit the
Employees Retirement System
website.
Position
Summary
As a member of the Interpretation Department, the Exhibit Technician reports to the Exhibit Production Supervisor and works with an experienced and dedicated interdisciplinary team under the auspices of the Head of Exhibition Production. With moderate supervision, Exhibit Techs work both independently and cooperatively to achieve aesthetic and educational goals for the Museums diverse audiences. Meeting assigned deadlines in a fast-paced environment, the Exhibit Tech is responsible for artifact mount making, varied exhibit fabrication, installation, de-installation, and general daily maintenance of Museum exhibits and their related structures, furniture, A/V, and fixtures. Exhibit Techs are also responsible for the proper museum-quality care, preservation, and security of artifacts during all mount-making, transporting to and from the dock or galleries, and their installation and de-installation. This position requires a great deal of physical activity in performance of duties including excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, repetitive movements of reaching, climbing, kneeling, stretching, stooping, squatting and bending.
Candidates must have a valid drivers license and be physically capable of climbing ladders, using a lift, and manually lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. Exhibit Techs may be assigned projects according to specialty, including but not limited to lighting, carpentry, woodworking, media/audio-visual maintenance, artifact mount-making, or other functions per department needs. Use of sound judgment and a professional, respectful, and service-oriented focus when interacting with employees, visitors, and the public is required. References will be required to verify experience. Must be able to pass a thorough criminal background check. ***Work hours are based on the Agency's 365 day-per-year schedule and include rotating weekend coverage, evenings and holidays, including on short notice.**
**For purposes of this agency's job descriptions, "essential **
Salary : $4,600 - $4,800