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Art Services Technician
Occasional Part-Time (Up to 24 hours per week on an as-needed basis)
ART + AUDIENCE + LEARNING
Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario (“the AGO”) is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a collection of close to 100,000 works. Through the collection as well as collaborations with leading museums around the world, the AGO presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs to approximately 1 million visitors annually.
The Gallery continually strives to create a safe and inclusive workplace. We offer diversity and inclusion training to our staff and volunteers so they can continually learn and contribute to fostering a supportive environment where people feel comfortable to come to work as they are.
The mental health of our employees is also very important to us. We offer our employees programs that support wellness and enhance the job experience. If our employees need assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to them. The Gallery also takes part in the city and province’s reciprocal benefits program, allowing our employees access to city and province discounts.
What are the benefits and highlights of working at the AGO?
Competitive salary
Discounts from the Provincial/City Reciprocal Agreements (Free admission to museums, the CN Tower & Discounts off amusement parks, city attractions, hotels, wine tours, Second City, the Ontario Science Centre, and much more!)
Discounts to GoodLife Fitness
Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO
If this sounds like an opportunity you are looking for, apply now!
Responsibilities
We are currently seeking an Occasional Part-Time, Art Services Technician to join our Logistics and Art Services team. Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Art Services, the incumbent will install, dismantle works of art in gallery spaces as well as temporary artist installations for events. They will prepare gallery spaces. Assists with preparation, installation and maintenance of lighting for gallery spaces. Transports works of art to/from various spaces throughout the gallery. Safely handles works of art at all times.
Interested so far? Learn more about why AGO would be a great fit below.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience:
1 to 2 years directly related experience handling and installing works of art
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Thorough knowledge of installation/hanging methods and devices.
Directly related knowledge and experience of art handling procedures and methods.
Demonstrated ability and knowledge of carpentry methods and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools including table saws, jointers and drills, lift trucks, scissor lift and motor vehicles.
Working knowledge of applicable computer programs
Demonstrated ability to operate audio-visual equipment including repairs and troubleshooting.
How to Apply
We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of our visitors to apply by submitting a tailored cover letter and CV (https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=o3oynfw6&s=Jobs.Art). If you would prefer to submit your application in person, please leave it with our Shipping Dock addressed to the People Division which is located next to our Jackman Hall entrance on McCaul street. The hours are you able to drop off your application are 8:30AM until 4:00PM Monday-Friday.
We thank all applicants but must advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act & the AGO’s Recruitment & Selection Policy for Staff, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.
The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Posted on June 22