A Set or Exhibit Designer designs display booths or exhibits for museums, galleries or trade shows. Develops drawings and plans to accommodate the specific space, lighting and temperature requirements of materials to be exhibited; builds or supervises building of exhibits. Designs stage sets and scenery for performances, primarily for live theater performances, or sets for filmed performances or for events such as press conferences. Works with directors and producers to plan props and materials needed for a show.
Museum Mountmaker (Temporary) University of Utah - 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Part-time $35 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Carpentry Metal materials Plastics Full Job Description A museum mountmaker designs, fabricates, and installs custom, conservation-grade display supports for fragile artifacts, specimens, and objects. Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker creates secure and unobtrusive mounts that protect collection objects from damage while enhancing their presentation. This position requires expertise in metalworking - from brass to steel depending on the need, plastics fabrication, and the use of other archival materials. Learn more about the great benefits of working for
University of Utah:
benefits.utah.edu Responsibilities Collaborate with NHMU exhibits team members, collections managers, and curators to design and fabricate museum-quality, archival object mounts. Oversee the safe handling of objects throughout the mountmaking process and ensure their successful installation in exhibit display cases. Serve as a technical resource for advanced mountmaking projects, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship, safety, and preservation. Closely adhere to industry and university best practices and safety requirements. A current driver's license may be required. Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT
: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (
Example:
bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Carpenter, IV:
Requires 5+ years of related experience. Preferences To be considered for this position applicants must possess professional museum mountmaking experience and demonstrate expert art-handling skills, exceptional fine motor skills, and a thorough understanding of conservation-grade materials and fabrication techniques. Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page . Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.
edu https:
//publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • What is your highest level of completed education? None High School Diploma or Equivalent Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree • How many years of related work experience do you have? Less than 2 years 2 years or more, but less than 4 years 4 years or more, but less than 6 years 6 years or more, but less than 8 years 8 years or more, but less than 10 years 10 years or more, but less than 12 years 12 years or more, but less than 14 years 14 years or more Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter Open Date 08/10/2026 Requisition Number
PRN17332N
Job Title Carpenters Working Title Museum Mountmaker (Temporary) Career Progression Track S00 Track Level S4 - Highly Skilled FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Mountmakers are anticipated to work a schedule of 10-15 hours per week as available. All work time must take place during regular NHMU working hours, which may include weekends. Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $35.00 per hour Close Date 08/18/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 08/18/2026
