How do they match: Museum Technicians and Conservators

  • Museum Technicians and Conservators

  • Archaeological Technician
  • Armorer Technician
  • Art Objects Repairer
  • Conservation Technician
  • Conservator Technician
  • Exhibit Technician
  • Museum Technician
  • Museum Exhibit Technician
  • Reconstruction Technician
  • Renovation Technician
  • Renovations Technician
  • Restoration Technician

  • Repair, restore, and reassemble artifacts, designing and fabricating missing or broken parts, to restore them to their original appearance and prevent deterioration.
  • Build, repair, and install wooden steps, scaffolds, and walkways to gain access to or permit improved view of exhibited equipment.
  • Determine whether objects need repair and choose the safest and most effective method of repair.
  • Direct and supervise curatorial, technical, and student staff in the handling, mounting, care, and storage of art objects.
  • Enter information about museum collections into computer databases.
  • Prepare reports on the operation of conservation laboratories, documenting the condition of artifacts, treatment options, and the methods of preservation and repair used.

  • Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.