Position Title: Installer

Department: Curatorial

Reports to: Chief Preparator

Position Status: Seasonal, Hourly Non-Exempt, At Will, Onsite

Overview: Under the supervision of the Chief Preparator, the Installer works with Preparators, Registrars, and Curators in packing artwork for shipping and storage, loading artwork and materials in and out of the facility, preparing the galleries for exhibition, constructing exhibition furniture and elements, performing wall preparation and installing lighting, and maintaining artwork. The installer may be asked to work on other tasks as needed related to equipment storage, materials inventory and shop maintenance. 

WORKING AT THE ICA:

  1. All ICA employees are required to reside in Massachusetts and within a reasonable commuting distance from our Seaport location as of their first day of work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of galleries for exhibitions including demolition and rebuilding of walls, patching, repairing and painting of the space
  • Use of professional art handling and installation methods
  • Maintenance of exhibition galleries and artwork
  • Maintenance of technical elements in exhibitions
  • Lighting exhibitions
  • Production and fabrication of display furniture and exhibition materials
  • Packing, crating and moving artwork to a high professional standard
  • Fabrication and installation of exhibition graphics
  • Maintenance of ICA workshop

Qualifications:

  • Experience handling artwork in a variety of media
  • Understanding of the fundamentals of art handling procedures
  • Basic working knowledge of tools and materials
  • Basic working knowledge of audio/visual equipment
  • Ability to take direction, follow instruction, and work as part of a team

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires routine handling of heavy and delicate materials and objects.
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds over head and be able to work on ladders and mechanical lifts.
  • Installations periods may require extended work hours and 7 day work weeks.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of position-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While the above is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Pay Range: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour

The wage range for this role accounts for a variety of factors used to make compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and professional training, and the organization’s internal compensation structure. It is typical for a new hire to enter their role at the lower end of the stated range. At the ICA, compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each case. 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter of interest to tobetz@icaboston.org and jobs@icaboston.org. When applying, please include “Installer” in the subject line.


The ICA is located at 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, and is accessible by public transportation (Red and Silver Line).

Other Locations:

Seaport Studio
100 Pier 4 Blvd, Second Floor
Boston, MA 02210

ICA Watershed
256 Marginal Street
Boston, MA 02128

The ICA values building a pluralistic workforce to foster a culture of collaboration, community and respect. We are committed to hiring talented, creative and qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the ICA is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are dedicated to fair employment practices for all individuals, adhering to all non-discrimination laws. The ICA is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

To request reasonable accommodation (as defined by the ADA) to participate in the job application or interview process, contact HR-EOE@icaboston.org or 617-478-3171.