Crew Chief

Crew ChiefDepartment: TransportationEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Houston, TXReporting To: Technical Services SupervisorDescriptionABOUT UOVOAre you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO-the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation-they elevate.As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO providesCrew Chief - HoustonUOVO seeks a full-time Crew Chief to scope, lead and support art handlers on complex projects primarily as they relate to offsite field service work. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, outstanding communication skills and excellent technical knowledge. They will have experience working in the field services and storage/collection management industry. The ideal candidate should be technically excellent as it applies to installing, packing, and moving a wide range of art objects. The Crew Chief will be comfortable communicating across areas of the business and with clients and will report directly to the Technical Services Supervisor.Some weekend and evening work may apply.Core ResponsibilitiesLead, manage and mentor a team of highly skilled art handlers, including freelance or temporary workers on complex projects and day to day assignments.Plan and oversee offsite installations and de-installations while maintaining strict inventory control and providing client assistance when neededOversee 3rd party contractors offsite including but not limited to craters, riggers, household movers, and fabricatorsConduct site visits to estimate labor, materials and equipment needed for successful completion of projects within budgetFocus on providing exceptional client service and satisfaction both internally and externallyLiaise between Clients, Accounts Management team and Operations team, providing timely feedback when required about specific projects and jobsEnsure standardized best practices for installation and packing while working in conjunction with other Operations team members to ensure all UOVO handlers are well-trained and mentored in methods and materialsProvide feedback about the team to ManagementAssist and collaborate with other technical managers and projects as necessaryAssist with training of the art handling staff when applicableWork as an Art Handler/Driver as needed and when scheduled - roles and responsibilities of an Art Handler/Driver at UOVO are assumed for this roleOther projects as assigned by ManagerQualifications & SkillsTeam Player, able to work in a dynamic environmentComfortable in a results-driven workplace5-7 years of logistical and art handling experienceExperience interacting with art professionalsDemonstrated leadership abilityExcellent communication and multitasking skillsAbility to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aidClean driving record while operating 24ft box trucks in the Greater Denver areaAbility to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feetAbility to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overheadAbility to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snowAbility to safely operate a forkliftFamiliarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipmentCompensation & BenefitsUOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:100% employer-covered medical plan option for Employees as well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.Generous annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holidayCompany Sponsored Parental Leave policyCompany-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of employee contributions.Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare BenefitsCompany-sponsored Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits