
- Junior
- Office in Bellaire
UOVO seeks a Art Handler/Driver to join its dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the art world, storage/collection management knowledge, and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. The Art Handler/Driver will report to the Technical Services Supervisor.
Core Responsibilities
- Proper handling of art objects, using the appropriate methods and materials for packaging, loading & securing for safe transport
- Install/de-install artworks in-house or at offsite locations, often troubleshooting and utilizing critical thinking to solution scope changes
- Preparation and careful execution of paperwork, including bills of lading, labels, driver logs, and detailed condition reports with accompanying photos if necessary
- Receive and release shipments into warehouse facilities
- Pack artworks for local, national and international transportation and storage
- Maintain compliance with all local, state, DOT regulations
- Support to internal teams, as needed
- Weekend, overtime, and holiday work may be necessary; therefore, schedule flexibility is required
- Other projects as assigned by Manager
Qualifications & Skills
- Team Player, able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented and dynamic environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of installation, packing and art handling
- Excellent communication and attention to detail to both clients and coworkers
- Ability to problem solve and solution onsite issues with the experience to know when to escalate problems to supervisor
- Valid driver’s license; CDL license a bonus
- Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
- Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead
- Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
- Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipment
Compensation
- 100% employer-covered medical plan option for team membersas well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
- 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
- 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
- Company-Sponsored Parental Leave policy
- Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
- 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of team member contributions.
- Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
- Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
- Team member Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)