Facilities Assistant at David Zwirner

At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary markets, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today. 

Who will work well with us:

• The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the commercial art world is not required.
• We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, and those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply. 

About the Opportunity

Facilities Assistant | $58k

David Zwirner seeks a Facilities Assistant for immediate hire at its secondary market gallery, located at 537 West 20th Street. All candidates should be highly organized self-starters with a keen attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve

What you’ll do:

• Maintain the highest level of cleanliness and organization throughout all public and private spaces.
• Sweep and mop all exhibition spaces. 
• Daily paint touch-ups and wall patching of exhibition spaces and offices.
• Maintain a clean sidewalk and facade.
• Monitor and change light bulbs as needed.
• Assist with building maintenance projects.
• Organize common spaces and work areas.
• Assist with maintenance of building systems.
• Occasionally assist in facilitating contractor scheduling and visits.
• Collect and dispose of daily trash and recycling.
• Order janitorial supplies.

What we would like you to have:

• Relevant experience with light construction, custodial work, and general maintenance
• Ability to handle a high volume of projects with accuracy and efficiency
• 1-3 years of comparable experience, preferably at a commercial gallery or other art institution
• Strong communication skills
• Must be a proactive team player

What you will love about David Zwirner: 

• David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery’s long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including: David Zwirner Online, David Z
• wirner Books, Dialogues, Utopia Editions, Consignments, and Program.
• Premier Access - to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars.
• Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner's commitment to Galleries Commit.
• Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, New Museum, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, and family medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

The selected candidate will occasionally have the opportunity to work additional hours. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins please.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance in applying to a role, you may reach out to [email protected].