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Volunteer Exhibit Builder
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Location:
Portland, Oregon, 97214, United States
Organization:
OMSI - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
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Start date:
March 7, 2009
Sex:
All are welcome
Skill(s):
carpentry, illustration
Area of Focus:
Children and Youth, Education and Academia, Museums and Historical Societies
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End date:
March 25, 2010
Age:
Adults (18-64)
Language(s):
English
Last updated:
March 7, 2009
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Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
This volunteer position builds components and assemblies for interactive exhibits and assists with production staff with exhibit production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design, fabricate and assemble a variety of components into working prototype and finished exhibits.
• Uses drawings and design sketches to communicate various parts of a project.
• Work with other volunteers and staff as required.
• Volunteer at least one weekday (6hrs) a week consistently.
• Work safely with production grade shop equipment
• Creativity and imagination required!
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Basic shop skills required (e.g. table saw, drill press or router)
• Advanced skills desired (e.g. cabinetmaking, welding, painting, mill or lathe) but not necessary
• Basic knowledge in a variety of engineering or scientific principles.
• Ability to read and create basic shop drawings – either by hand or using CAD software
• Self-motivated with good problem-solving, judgment, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely use power tools and other shop equipment
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Past experience working safely in a shop environment
How to Apply:
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Permalink:
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/VolunteerOpportunity/146334-99/c
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