Electronics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About Us : The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. MSI’s mission – to inspire the inventive genius in everyone – is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. The Museum provides programs and experiences that deepen the engagement of students and teachers in science and science-related disciplines, with a vision to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.

We offer a creative, collaborative, and innovative environment for our employees. Our employees get great perks such as : benefits starting day one of your employment, free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart and innovative people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you!

The Job : The Electronics Technician position is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying developmental and production electronic, electromechanical and computer components, parts, equipment, and systems.

This is a 10-hour, 4 day / week, union-represented position (IBEW, AFL-CIO, Local #134) with regular hours and occasional overtime. The schedule for this position is Wednesday - Saturday.

Responsibilities :

• Insure proper working order / functionality of all assigned museum exhibits.
• Accurately report assigned exhibits status in CMMS for daily down log report.
• Coordinate repair activity with manager and other technicians.
• Utilize the CMMS both to generate new work orders and complete those that are assigned.
• Check functionality of equipment to evaluate system performance.
• Perform diagnostic testing of computer systems as required for system failures and preventative maintenance.
• Perform electromechanical corrective and preventative maintenance on exhibits.
• Maintain cleanliness of all mechanical, electronic, and electrical equipment.
• Support Exhibit Technicians by providing advanced troubleshooting.
• Installs and dismantles temporary and permanent exhibits.
• Learns startup and shutdown procedures for all museum exhibits and substitutes for other technicians as needed.
• Analyzes and interprets test data.
• Writes technical reports and develops charts, graphs, and schematics to describe and illustrate system’s operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as basic math, percentages, and area.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $24.00 / hour.

This fulltime position is eligible for benefits including :

Position created February 12th, 2026.

Our Inclusion and Belonging Statement

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is committed to advancing diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion across our workforce, experiences, and day-to-day operations. As Griffin MSI employees, we are each responsible for making the Museum a welcoming place externally for guests and internally for our colleagues within the scope of our roles.

Griffin MSI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, which includes providing equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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