Art Handling Specialist

Crozier Fine Arts

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JOB SUMMARY

Art Handling Specialists are responsible for ensuring the safe handling of artworks for packing/crating, in transit, and during onsite projects. This position will also provide leadership and guidance during projects while acting as a liaison between clients and company managers.

ABOUT US

We believe that art has the power to change our lives and the world for the better; how art gets there - from museums across the world to regional art galleries to the intimacy of someone’s home - matters to us. If you share this belief, please join us in our mission to be the primary service provider for the people and entities responsible for the care, movement, and long-term preservation of art and culture. Crozier is seeking an Art Handling Specialist in Newark, NJ to join our dynamic and growing team.

Crozier is part of Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM), the global leader in innovative storage and information management services, storing and protecting billions of valued assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and cultural and historical artifacts. The infrastructure of Iron Mountain uniquely positions Crozier to handle diverse and non-traditional collections. Ultra High-resolution 3D scanning, digitization, and bespoke archival solutions are some of the specific services provided through Crozier’s affiliation with Iron Mountain.

Responsibilities

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Handle and move artworks, including wrapping, packing and crating using appropriate techniques and materials

Install/de-install artworks during onsite projects using proper techniques and tools

Handle and move dec-arts and furniture, including wrapping, packing and crating using appropriate techniques and materials

Load/unload trucks to ensure safe transit

Plan the organization and packing of trucks to ensure the utmost safety of objects during transit

Conduct inspection reports for various types of art objects

Lead a team; provide guidance and coaching during projects

Act as a liaison while onsite between clients and company management

Determine strategy for projects, particularly when senior staff are not onsite

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of Art Handling experience

Knowledge and interest in fine art, decorative art and/or design

Demonstrated knowledge of industry-standard packing, crating, and installation techniques and materials

Ability to speak effectively to clients and coworkers

Strong attention to detail, discretion, and follow-through

Must be a team player, with the ability to lead and effectively communicate instructions

Must be self-motivated and able to work well under pressure

Valid driver’s license

Clean personal and previous employment record

Able to travel to regional locations for onsite work

Must be willing to work flexible hours based on the needs of the project

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

lifting, moving, heavy objects, bending, kneeling, crouching, etc.

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and lift a min. of 50lbs on their own.

Utilization of Time and Equipment:

5% Laptop / desktop computer, telephone, projector

95% Lifting, moving, pushing and pulling equipment, cases, containers, or boxes in excess of: 10 - 20 lbs

How to Apply
Posted on February 1