Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty

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Job Summary

Our Mission

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks to inspire curiosity about, and enjoyment and understanding of, the visual arts by collecting, conserving, exhibiting, and interpreting works of art of outstanding quality and historical importance and is one of four programs of the J. Paul Getty Trust. The Museum operates two sites, the Getty Villa in Malibu, which exhibits its collection of Greek and Roman antiquities, and the Getty Center in Brentwood, which displays its collections of European art: Medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts, paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, drawings to 1900, and photography to the present day (including non-European works). The Museum mounts approximately 25 temporary exhibitions a year across its two sites; maintains an annual permanent gallery improvement program and offers wide-ranging and ambitious programming for its visitors.

The Opportunity

The J Paul Getty Museum seeks an experienced Machinist specialized in the design and fabrication of exhibition display cases and pedestals. Reporting to the Lead Preparator, the successful candidate will apply specialized skills to the design and fabrication of metal, plastic, and wood exhibition display cases and pedestals in specification to the Getty Museum's design and fabrication standards. They work closely with preparators, designers, conservators and other staff, vendors and consultants to ensure the quality and timely delivery of these items. They also ensure the proper and safe operation of tools and equipment used in the trade and will train and oversee staff using those tools and equipment in the workshop. They advise on material selection and fabrication methods and procedures in alignment with Getty Museum's design and fabrication standards. Works closely with supervisor on safety policies and procedures.

The Museum's Exhibitions Division comprises four Departments: Exhibitions Coordination; Registration; Design and Preparations. The Division's mission is to realize ambitious, impactful exhibitions, including tours and special projects, and successful gallery installations, working collaboratively to ensure excellence and creativity in scholarship, design, display, and interpretation, supported through disciplined budget management and systematic planning.

Major Job Responsibilities

Applies advanced knowledge of machining /metalworking trade to the design and fabrication of projects using a variety of materials, including metal, plastic, and/or wood
May design and fabricate tools, molds, forms, cabinet and showcase hardware, storage cabinets, scientific apparatus components, mounts and other metal or plastic devises
May design and fabricate storage cabinets, tables, showcases, work benches and other display, storage and working furniture
Works with preparators, other Museum and Getty staff, outside vendors and consultants on fabrication projects
Assists lead preparator in establishing fabrication project priorities, developing project schedules, and fabricating projects
Researches and recommends or orders materials, supplies and equipment
Maintain metal fabrication shop to ensure safe work. environments
Sets up, maintains and keeps inventory of shop tools and machinery
Supervise other staff on safe operation of all tools and equipment within the metal shop
Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

High School/GED with certification from a technical/trade school desirable
Apprenticeship plus 5 years custom machining or woodworking experience
Proficient in hand and machine tool operations plus CAD and CAM

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read blueprints
Skilled in the fabrication of case goods
Skilled in the fabrication of radius and angled work
Knowledge of basic construction and cutting
Skilled in the installation of case work
Skilled with woodworking equipment
Skilled in advanced metal working equipment
Ability to resolve construction issues and problem solve during fabrication and installation
Skilled in metal and plastic fabrication

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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