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Exhibit Fabricator / Carpenter

Date Posted: Nov 18, 2025

Requisition ID: 468501

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories, and create connections through relevant and engaging experiences that are fueld by our collection, sites, and stories. We are a catalyst for lifelong learning that connects the stories of real people, places, and things. We believe learning is for everyone, everywhere, and all the time.

Role Overview:

The Exhibit Fabricator / Carpenter creates and contributes to the production and repair of exhibitory elements, cabinetry, and auxiliary structures. You will assist with installing and dismantling new, existing, and temporary exhibits. You will interact with Exhibit Production team members, Experience Design and Development staff, and the Facilities staff members to support the organization’s mission.

This role includes some evenings, long days, and weekends as needed. You may travel occasionally to historic sites. Mileage is reimbursed if not using a state vehicle.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $56,650 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/) to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

+ Construct and repair exhibitory elements, cabinetry, and auxiliary structures with CNC machine, traditional shop equipment, and handtools.

+ Program and operate CNC machine.

+ Use CAM, Vectric, or similar software.

+ Finish exhibitory elements, cabinetry, and structures with paint, stain, varnish, and veneers.

+ Assist with planning and coordinating the construction, installation, and maintenance of temporary and permanent exhibits.

+ Assist with preparing galleries and spaces for exhibit installation.

+ Ensure shop equipment is regulary maintained, ajusted, and cleaned. conduct routine cleaning of CNC machine, saws, lathes, dust extractors, paint sprayers, etc.

+ Operate forklift and scissor lift.

+ Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

+ Experience with a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to CNC machine, table saws, drill presses, power drills, routers, sanders, circular saws, sawdust extractors, and paint sprayers.

+ Experience operating forklift and scissor lift.

+ Experience with CAM and CAD software (such as Vectric).

+ Must have good physical and manual dexterity for fine detail work.

+ Must be able to:

+ Climb ladders, lift 50+ pounds, and stand for long periods.

+ Be flexible, open to change, and try new approaches.

+ Create custom exhibit furniture with or without drawings.

+ Read, understand, and follow blueprints, technical plans, elevations, and case drawings.

+ Make precision measurements, create drawings, and identify necessary tools for projects.

+ Operate and maintain shop equipment.

+ Integrate plastics, metals, and other materials into millwork design and construction.

+ Attend to detail and craftsmanship.

+ Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

+ Meet deadlines independently and exercise creativity and problem-solving skills.

+ Experience and competence in using Microsoft Production Suite including Work, Excel, and Outlook.

+ Availability for extended hours during installations.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

+ Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

+ Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

+ Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

+ Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

+ Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

+ A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

+ 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

+ Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

+ Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

+ 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years

+ Education Reimbursement Program

+ Group life insurance

+ Referral Bonus program

+ Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

+ Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

+ Free Parking for most positions

+ Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

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