Description
Art Handler or Lead Art Handler/Crew Chief Position
Company: Aiston Fine Art Services
Location: 45-21 37th St., Long Island City, NY 11101
Founded: 2002
Aiston Fine Art Services, an expanding fine art transportation, logistics, and storage company, is seeking skilled, responsible, and experienced candidates for Art Handler positions.
Part-time will also be considered.
Responsibilities:
- Handle, prepare, and install fragile and valuable art objects.
- Work in various environments including warehouse, truck, and offsite locations.
- Oversee paperwork, labeling, and record-keeping.
- Ensure proper handling and packing of art objects.
- Install and deinstall artwork on location.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year experience as an art handler.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility.
- Knowledge of art handling, packing procedures, and installation.
- Presentable appearance.
Preferred Qualifications (Higher Starting Wage):
- Ability to drive a box truck, with knowledge of ELD and DOT regulations.
- Minimum of 1 year as a lead art handler or crew chief.
- Experience with condition checking artworks (Articheck preferred, but not required).
- Experience in managing other handlers and leading on-site teams.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management and clients.
- Conduct site specs.
Compensation:
- Pay is based on past employment, experience, and references.
- Weekly pay.
- Overtime paid after 40 hours per week. Most employees average 40-50 hours weekly.
- Performance review and potential for pay increase after six months.
Work Schedule:
- Typically 8 AM to 5 PM, with some exceptions.
- Weekend work and out-of-state travel available, but not required.
How to apply
To Apply: Please send your resume to: [email protected]