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AUTOGATE INC

Gate Fab Welder

Berlin Heights, OH

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Fabrication department relative to safety, consistency of procedures and process, quality ... Assures department understands and carries out any temporary work instructions or process changes

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Gate Fab Welder

Berlin Heights, OH · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Fabrication department relative to safety, consistency of procedures and process, quality ... Assures department understands and carries out any temporary work instructions or process changes

AutoGate, Inc

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Gate Fab Welder

Berlin Heights, OH · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Fabrication department relative to safety, consistency of procedures and process, quality ... Assures department understands and carries out any temporary work instructions or process changes

AutoGate, Inc

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Gate Fab Welder

Berlin Heights, OH · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

... Fabrication department relative to safety, consistency of procedures and process, quality ... Assures department understands and carries out any temporary work instructions or process changes

University of Utah

Carpenters

Campus, IL

$35/hr

No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or ... Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker ...

University of Utah

Carpenters

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$35/hr

No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or ... Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker ...

University of Utah

Carpenters

Campus, IL · On-site

$35/hr

No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or ... Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker ...

University of Utah

Carpenters

Campus, IL · On-site

$35/hr

No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or ... Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker ...

University of Utah

Carpenters

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$35/hr

No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 10-15 Full Time or ... Working collaboratively with collection managers, curators, and exhibit staff, the mountmaker ...

PG EXHIBITS LLC

Account Executive

Aurora, CO

PG provides clients with a unique exhibit design and fabrication of custom trade show displays. As well as displays, corporate environments, temporary structures, and more. Position Summary: PG ...

Campbell County, WY

Museum Curator

Gillette, WY · On-site

$33.87/hr

Manages a long-term exhibition schedule for temporary and permanent galleries in the museum and ... Knowledge of interpretive design and specifically exhibit development, design, fabrication ...

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How much do temporary exhibit fabrication jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary exhibit fabrication in the United States is $21.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Exhibit Fabrication vs Exhibit Designer?

AspectTemporary Exhibit FabricationExhibit Designer
CredentialsTechnical skills, industry-specific certificationsDesign degree, portfolio
Work EnvironmentFabrication shops, on-site assemblyDesign studios, client meetings
Industry UsageConstruction of physical exhibits for events or museumsConceptualizing and planning exhibit layouts

Temporary Exhibit Fabrication focuses on the physical creation and assembly of exhibits, often requiring technical skills and certifications. Exhibit Designers concentrate on conceptual design, layout, and visual planning. While both roles collaborate closely, fabrication is more hands-on and technical, whereas design emphasizes creativity and planning.

What does a temporary exhibit fabricator do?

A temporary exhibit fabricator designs, constructs, and installs display structures and exhibits for museums, trade shows, or events. They work with materials like wood, metal, and acrylic, often using tools such as saws and drills, and must follow safety protocols. The role requires attention to detail, craftsmanship skills, and the ability to work within tight deadlines in a workshop or on-site environment.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Exhibit Fabrication job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,624 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Manager, Exhibition Lighting

Cincinnati Museum Center & National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$53K/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Manager, Exhibition Lighting
Cincinnati Museum Center
Reports to: Senior Director, Exhibition Services
Department: Exhibits
FSLA Status: FT/Exempt
Salary: 53,500, commensurate with experience
The statements below reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the major responsibilities of the identified position and are not to be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Position Overview:
The Manager, Exhibition Lighting, provides oversight related to the installation and maintenance of lighting equipment for permanent, temporary, and traveling exhibitions at Cincinnati Museum Center, as well as external exhibition projects. This position works directly with the Senior Director, Exhibition Services, and Director, Exhibition Design, to support the planning and execution of exhibition projects across the institution. This position requires a thorough knowledge of lighting equipment and operational systems, organizational expertise, a willingness to collaborate with team members across the institution, and the ability to engage with and contribute to a vision of excellence for CMC’s exhibition work. This position contributes to maintaining a safe environment for guests within the exhibition galleries.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Permanent Exhibition Lighting Design and Maintenance
  • Design and source equipment for new or updated galleries and in-case lighting for permanent exhibitions.
  • Reviews exhibition plans and fabrication details with design and production teams to ensure the highest quality results.
  • Lead the installation of lighting equipment in new or updated galleries.
  • Oversee and maintain existing gallery and in-case lighting, including theatrical lighting control programs and hardware repairs.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging trends in lighting equipment and techniques.
  • Develop and maintain equipment replacement schedule for all galleries.
  • Adjust gallery lighting for events and programs, as needed.
  • Act as main point of contact for critical lighting concerns and troubleshooting.
Featured Exhibition and Contract Services, Lighting Design, and Maintenance
  • Collaborate with traveling exhibition providers and internal teams to plan and prepare CMC galleries for the exhibition, including the installation of out-of-house lighting systems, hanging truss, and power distribution.
  • Work with traveling exhibition providers and internal teams to facilitate the installation, deinstallation, and daily operation of lighting within temporary exhibition galleries.
  • Work alongside Collections and Design teams regarding appropriate light levels for sensitive materials, theatrical components, and guest safety.
  • Manage temporary gallery lighting system, including the implementation of software and hardware updates.
  • Act as main point of contact for critical lighting concerns and troubleshooting.
Exhibition Production Services
  • Assist with the fabrication, gallery preparation, load-in and out, installation, and deinstallation of exhibit components for permanent, temporary, and traveling exhibitions.
  • Participates in the installation and deinstallation of traveling exhibits owned or managed by CMC at organizations located across the U.S.
  • Works alongside internal teams on the ongoing maintenance of all exhibitions.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in theater lighting, production, media production, or a related field. A 2-year degree plus work experience will be considered.
  • Experience working with exhibits, museums, or other arts production organizations.
  • Experience with converting international power draws of 220VAC to 120VAC for components of traveling exhibitions from outside of North America.
  • Experience with CueServer and Xicato lighting control systems, LSI fixtures, and building-wide control systems, such as Lutron, is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to take initiative, work both independently and collaboratively, and think creatively to problem solve.
  • Strong understanding of lighting materials and techniques.
  • Electrical skills, including soldering, working with and troubleshooting low voltage DC, LED lighting, 120VAC lighting, and wiring.
  • Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment with hard deadlines.
  • Knowledge of common woodworking tools.
  • Ability to work accurately from drawings and floorplans.
  • Ability to safely operate a forklift and scissor lift.
  • Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office software.
Additional Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to perform work on a ladder or lift, work on equipment overhead, and crawl under display components to access equipment.
  • Time is spent in an office setting as well as galleries during installation, deinstallation, and during open hours.
  • The exhibit galleries contain areas of low and special effect lighting as well as ambient and interactive audio components and the workshop contains loud sounds of machinery and equipment as well as various tools. Outside weather conditions vary during the loading and unloading of exhibition trucks.
Cincinnati Museum Center and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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