Lead Metal Technician/Preservation Specialist
Full-time
Allen Architectural Metals
Job Summary:
The Lead Metal Technician/Preservation Specialist is a hands-on leadership role that supports the Shop Supervisor by coordinating and overseeing restoration, fabrication, and finishing work on architectural metal projects. This position combines technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring projects are executed to the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality. The Lead Technician works closely with a team of metal technicians, shop staff, and visiting conservators while also providing mentorship and guidance to ensure safety, efficiency, and excellence. Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Coordination:
Experience and Education:
The Lead Metal Technician/Preservation Specialist is a hands-on leadership role that supports the Shop Supervisor by coordinating and overseeing restoration, fabrication, and finishing work on architectural metal projects. This position combines technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring projects are executed to the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality. The Lead Technician works closely with a team of metal technicians, shop staff, and visiting conservators while also providing mentorship and guidance to ensure safety, efficiency, and excellence. Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Coordination:
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Shop Supervisor and project teams, communicating goals, timelines, and project requirements.
- Lead by example, setting a high standard of craftsmanship and work ethic.
- Train and mentor team members in metalworking techniques, patination, safety protocols, and restoration practices.
- Monitor progress on shop and field projects, ensuring work meets quality standards and deadlines.
- Oversee and participate in shop fabrication, repair, finishing, and patination processes, ensuring precision and adherence to specifications.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges during fabrication or restoration and provide innovative solutions.
- Assist in field installations, repairs, and conservation treatments, often in variable conditions and environments.
- Ensure all work meets the company’s rigorous quality standards and aligns with project requirements.
- Inspect completed tasks for precision, craftsmanship, and compliance with restoration techniques.
- Enforce workplace safety policies and ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained.
Experience and Education:
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in craft, design, art, or related fields is a plus.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in metalworking, construction, preservation, or related fields.
- Must have experience in bronze patinas and general knowledge of metalworking and fabrication processes.
- Leadership or supervisory experience in a shop or field setting is strongly preferred.
- Expert knowledge of hand and power tools, fabrication techniques, and finishing processes.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent attention to detail and a passion for preserving historical craftsmanship.
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting design or construction drawings.
- Experience with color matching, mixing, and artistic finishes (preferred).
- Ability to lift 30+ pounds and work comfortably at heights or in various field environments.
- Proficient problem-solving skills to address challenges in both shop and fieldwork.
- Strong communicator capable of coordinating across teams and with specialists.
- Motivated to learn and adopt new preservation and restoration techniques.
- Adaptable, positive attitude in dynamic and fast-paced work environments.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Simple IRA with company match
- Opportunities for professional development and growth through mentorship and training.
- The chance to work on unique, historically significant projects with a passionate and skilled team.
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