Auction House Art Handler

John Moran Auctioneers brings together buyers and sellers of decorative and fine art, jewelry, and fine furnishings. We operate from core principles of approachability, transparency, and honesty in words and deeds. We strive to treat every consignment as our own and offer a customizable, boutique approach towards consignment, estate liquidation, and valuation services.

**We are looking for an Art Handler familiar with handling both furniture and fine art to join our team for the next three to four months.**

This position is responsible for the proper storage and movement of all property while maintaining warehouse procedures and organizational standards. Property movement includes but is not limited to: Packing and loading property for transport following best practices in property handling procedures; setup and takedown of antique & modern furniture; installation and de-installation of fine art; moving and preparing items for photography; setup & breakdown of previews, auctions, clinics & special events.

In addition to handling fine art, furniture and antiques, the individual must have the skills and qualifications to successfully achieve the following goals:
**GENERAL OPERATIONS**:

- Receive incoming shipments by checking conditions and moving property to safe storage locations while maintaining established inventory and storage procedures
- Travel to client locations for property pickup and deliveries
- Unload/load trucks while maintaining proper paperwork & inventory procedures
- Unpack & pack artwork & fragile items carefully while maintaining proper inventory procedures
- Assist photography by preparing and moving property onto and off of photo sets, returning property to warehouse inventory locations
- Setup previews and exhibitions in conjunction with departmental needs
- Assist customers during previews
- Assist customers with pickup and delivery of items while maintaining proper inventory and release procedures ensuring correct and complete deliveries
- Maintain company security procedures and standard operating procedures
- Maintain warehouse inventory standards

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- 1-year experience handling fine art or antique furniture desired
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, pushing, pulling items using proper lifting/moving techniques - minimum weight lifting capability of 60 lbs
- The ability to safely lift and maneuver large furniture items with the appropriate furniture moving equipment, and with assistance from other staff as needed
- Ability to drive and operate up to 26’ commercial moving trucks
- Ability to utilize appropriate lifting and moving equipment (i.e., pallet jack, hand truck, etc.)
- Forklift certification or ability to pass a forklift certification
- Basic PC computer skills including the ability to use Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to work overtime, as required, to meet auction schedule deadlines
- Good communication skills, and ability to work with a variety of personalities

This position will be mainly assigned to our headquarters at 145 E. Walnut Ave, Monrovia, CA. However, we do have other facilities that are between 5-15 miles away that you may need to be able to commute to.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Art Handling: 1 year (preferred)
- Furniture Moving: 1 year (preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person