Lead Art Handler / Installer

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Cadogan Tate New York Limited has an exciting position available for a Lead Art Handler / Installer

The essential duty of this role is to take a lead role on all aspects of the proper handling, wrapping, de-installation and installation for the collection, delivery and installation of artworks, antiques, design furniture & personal effects under the management and direction of a supervisor. Assisting in coordination and taking charge of any installations whilst managing crews on site. We are looking for skilled Installers (Foreman experience preferred) with box truck driving experience, art installation experience is required.

This a full-time position, working Monday through Friday and some weekends. The company provides competitive hourly pay and excellent benefits. The salary depends on applicant's driving and moving experience. The candidate must be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling, packing & installations both locally and interstate, as needed
• Coordination assistance on installation projects
• Leading on-site teams / crews
• Proper handling of art objects, fragile objects and materials, antiques and fine furniture
• Completion of condition checks / reports, both conventional and electronic (i.e., Articheck), as required
• Report to work on-time on a daily basis
• High level packing of artworks, antiques and fine furniture for transportation, short-term & long-term storage
• Ensure a high degree of detail, focus and quality control on every job
• Training “junior” art handlers and installers as required
• Manage and ensure quality control of all paperwork whether in-house or on site
• Verify any materials that are needed at the start of every day or job based on the daily manifest and ensure they are allocated & correctly loaded onto truck(s), as required
• On occasion, you may be required to start your day or end your day at a location other than Cadogan Tate New York Limited listed above, in these instances you may be required to complete a manual time sheet and to have this signed by the supervisor or your direct supervisor within 24 hours of the start or end of the day.

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