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Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) Installation Carpenter Full-time, non-exempt, union Hourly rate: $36.13 - $37.04; effective 7/1/24, increase to $37.63 $38.54 Onsite; not eligible for relocation The Job Responsible for the design and fabrication of gallery display and support structures. Assists with the preparation and maintenance of galleries and display furniture. Produces shop drawings for display furniture in coordination with the Exhibition Designer and Head Preparator. In this role, you will Prepares display furniture and galleries for the installation of artwork. Implements designs for exhibitions and rotations by constructing exhibition casework, and platforms and/or locating, preparing, and moving existing structures into place. Assists the Head Preparator with the maintenance of the shop, shop tools, and supplies: including the ordering and the collection of supplies and materials from distributors. Works with the Assistant Registrar for Permanent Collection and curatorial staff to organize and maintain storage areas: includes construction of storage furniture and devices. Provides project direction to assistants when implementing large scale exhibition productions. Supports the Preparators and installations as needed by handling, moving, and installing works of art in a proper and professional manner. Prepares and mounts labels and signage for permanent and temporary galleries. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned. Requirements: Minimal of two years related work experience in museum or gallery. Ability to read and produce shop drawings; experience with design and CAD software. Excellent carpentry and painting skills. Good manual dexterity; ability to stand for long periods of time; ability to lift 50 lbs. (will be required to lift heavier weights with assistance of lifting equipment and/or staff). Ability to work as part of a team. Understands general knowledge of the physical properties of works of art. General material and mechanical knowledge related to construction and fabrication. Equipment Operated: Hand and power tools, shop machines, winch, gantry, scissors lift, scaffold, pallet truck, and museum van. Mia Culture The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) is an audience-centered, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is Mission Driven, Generous, Agile, Emotionally Aware, and Positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture where staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible. To Apply To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://jobs-artsmia.submittable.com/submit. Posting Deadline No set expiration date. Job postings typically stay posted until candidates are selected for phone interviews. Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Our strength lies in the diversity among the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to Mia. We consider inclusion and accessibility a driver of institutional excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our employees, trustees, interns, and volunteers reflect and embrace these core values. Mia is recognized by the Age-Friendly Institute s Certified Age Friendly Employer (CAFE) program that identifies organizations committed to being the best places to work for employees aged 50+. AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER