Job Description:

The Lead Exhibitions Assistant proactively supports the installation and de-installation of seasonal exhibitions, and provides lighting support for events with a primary focus on the Garden’s holiday light show. This includes leading volunteers and staff assigned to support the installation and de-installation of the light show. It also includes providing any logistical or personnel support needed during run of show. This position requires a flexible schedule and the availability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions, on evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities:

Support Director of Operations with conception, planning, installation, maintenance, and de-installation of lighting needs for Garden special events focusing on annual holiday light show.
Installs various lighting and A/V components, displays, form placement, and electrical testing. Removal and storage of same following special events.
Maintain organization of lighting storage areas and equipment. Keeps lighting equipment in good and safe working condition.
Create and maintain detailed documentation of lighting equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical infrastructure and hardware and conducts necessary repairs.
Assists with coordination and installation of decorative items, including hallway garlands, large wreaths, and other interior and exterior display elements.
Assist with supervising, leading, and coordinating staff and volunteers supporting fabrication, installation, and de-installation of light show.
Ensures all materials are inventoried, organized, and properly stored or disposed of as required
Rigs and operates necessary lighting equipment
Participate in Production meetings
Handles load-in and load-out procedures
Ensures compliance with safety protocols and electrical codes
Assists in training and supervising junior technicians, volunteers and other employees during installation of lighting equipment
Provides a wide variety of tasks needed to support run of show of annual light show including: troubleshooting electrical infrastructure, conducts necessary repairs and provide support for operational and custodial needs during setup and run of show

Skills and Abilities:

Prior knowledge of and experience with elementary electrical functions and rigging safety and practices
Experience working with and/or installing technical lighting equipment and projection systems
Knowledge of color theory and lighting design principles
Stamina necessary to complete physically active work outdoors on a regular basis
Excellent volunteer management and group facilitation skills
Technical proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and experience with design/production software is preferred.
Able to work safely from an elevated level on ladders, roofs and in trees
Ability to productively switch between multiple tasks/types of work within a single day
Good interpersonal, and communications skills
Well-organized and detail-oriented
Solution-oriented and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Reliable mode of transportation
Ability to work nights and weekends

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
Must be able to move throughout the 82-acre Garden property, as needed.
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and humidity
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crawl, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, and utilize repetitive motions for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to climb stairs and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be comfortable working in immediate proximity to the general public in a safe and friendly manner.

Note: Duties described above, other duties, and physical demands have been identified as essential functions as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Education and Experience:

Associates degree or High school diploma; technical school training is preferred; a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Experience with electrical infrastructure preferred.
Familiarity with standard worksite safety practices.
Experience in managing light displays, exhibitions, or events preferred.
Prior experience in a botanical garden, museum, or cultural non-profit preferred.

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Each Employee of Lewis Ginter:

Must comply with provisions of the current Employee Handbook, all published personnel policies and the requirements of their individual job descriptions.
Must conduct herself or himself and perform all duties in a manner consistent with a public garden serving multigenerational and multicultural individuals and families, and in accordance with directed practices and procedures.
Must be aware of surroundings and vigilant to threats to the safety of visitors, volunteers, and staff or to the security of their property, ensuring that all concerns are reported promptly.
Must report all mishaps, injuries, and incidents immediately and ultimately in writing to supervisor(s) and to Human Resources.
Must ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Must perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Please note: this position is represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO. To discuss the specific needs of your group, please reach out to 804-359-4058.