Art Handler

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Art Handling Full time

Hourly Rate

Job Status:

Full Time

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$24.00

Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$28.00

Art Handling

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Crew Chief to join our art handling team. The ideal candidate will lead on-site crews in the safe packing, transport, and installation of artwork and high-value objects for museums, galleries, collectors, and designers. This role requires strong leadership, technical art-handling skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and professionalism.

This is a full-time position with up to approximately 32 hours per week. Required 3-month probationary period including training. Compensation is based on experience.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • A minimum of 5 years experience in art handling.
  • A minimum of 3 years management or in a similar role.
  • Ability to perform heavy labor, such as moving materials, tools, art, with ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 75lbs.
  • Familiarity with Paperwork, BOLs, Inventory, Daily Logs, etc.
  • Proven ability to communicate information and instructions between team members. and clients alike.
  • Basic math skills to perform calculations while measuring on job sites.
  • Physical stamina to handle long hours of performing strenuous work during the day.
  • Mechanical skills to use any necessary machinery and equipment for moving artwork.
  • Strong attention to detail, discretion, and follow-through.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • CDL / Box Truck driving experience is a plus.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • The handling and transportation of fine art, decorative art, and fine furniture.
  • Use and instruction of appropriate packing, handling, crating, and safety techniques as established.
  • Loading and unloading of trucks to ensure safe transit.
  • Conduct condition checks & reports for artwork and furniture (being able to identify and document conditions with appropriate language).
  • Oversight and completion of paperwork and BOLs.
  • Working directly with clients on-site to successfully execute job expectations.
  • Management of on-site crews and activities in an efficient and respectful manner.
  • Clear and concise communication regarding any changes in on-site activity with clients, crews, and Dispatcher.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Proactive and organized team player who is dependable, consistent, and punctual.
  • Working knowledge and interest in fine art, decorative art, design, or similar.
  • Working knowledge of industry-standard packing, crating, and installation techniques and materials.
  • CDL / Box Truck driving experience is a plus.

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Working Conditions:

  • Working environment varies and includes locations such as offices, gallery spaces, private residences, and the outdoors.
  • Workers may occasionally be in environments that are cold/hot, or even noisy if working at a location where other contractors are present.
  • Essential physical requirements: climbing, standing, stooping, lifting, squatting, etc.
  • Work week is M-F with varying start/end times but most frequently 8-5pm. Weekend, holiday, and night work will occasionally become available and are offered to crew (as optional).

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