Gallery Lighting Technician (Regular, Full-Time)
Exhibition Design & Production

The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $27.88 - $29.81
Reporting to the Manager of Gallery Construction, this position is a critical member of LACMA’s construction staff and supports the Exhibitions program at the museum. Working in the museum’s art environments and gallery spaces, the Gallery Lighting Technician supports the museum’s exhibition program through the installation, maintenance, and alteration of gallery lighting fixtures and other electrical equipment.
Responsibilities

  • Working in coordination with the Exhibition Design and Production team to meet exhibition requirements and deadlines.
  • Programs gallery lighting via museum’s lighting control system.
  • Assembles, installs, troubleshoots, tests, and maintains light fixtures and electrical devices. - Performs skilled professional work in the installation, maintenance and repair of wiring, breakers, electrical appliances, branch circuits, switchboards, outlets, timers, etc. - Uses standard and specialized electrical devices or equipment such as voltmeter, amp meter, ohmmeter, megohm meter, light meter, and other electrical hand tools.
  • Repairs and maintains gallery electrical fixtures and equipment, including power adapters,
  • ballasts, transformers, and LED components.
  • Maintains tools and equipment in good working condition.
  • Working closely with our Facilities department to adhere to architectural, electrical and fire codes. - Maintains and follows proper safety procedures.
  • Maintains records of work performed and prepares reports as required.
  • May supervise apprentices or helpers.

Benefits

  • The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $27.88 - $29.81, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan.
  • LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

  • California DIR Electrical Certification (required)
  • Knowledge of current LED technologies and strategies.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and electrical drawings.
  • Keen color perception
  • Ability to carry up to 50 pounds, to work safely on ladders, and to perform duties at heights over twenty-five feet.
  • Comfort and ease while working with a wide range of personalities in a creative environment. - Museum, theme park or theatrical experience preferred.

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