Art Handler

Department: Operations

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Compensation: $27.00 - $31.00 / hour

Description

ABOUT UOVO

Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.

At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate.

As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!

Art Handler, BROOKLYN

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks an Art Handler to join its dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience working in warehousing, art handling and/or collections management. They will be comfortable packing, installing and moving a wide range of art objects. The art handler will report to UOVO’s Associate Director of Operations. Some weekend and evening work may apply.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain storage rooms according to customer wishes, ensuring adequate use of space and safety of items
• Maintain all concierge storage locations within the warehouse ensuring efficient and safe storage of all property
• Pack artworks for transportation and storage
• Install/de-install artworks for private viewings
• Assist individual client requests regarding handling, packing and/or inventory management
• Receive and release shipments, maintaining accurate inventory and condition reporting when applicable
• Scan property to ensure accurate inventory locations are always maintained
• Proper handling, of art objects, fragile and artistic material, antique and high end furniture
• Preparation of condition checks and condition reports
• Breaking down crates, trash and other materials as needed
• Provide support to other UOVO Facilities if required
• Some overtime and weekend work may
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by Manager
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented, dynamic environment
• Experience handling 2D and 3D artworks
• Excellent customer service as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to balance being a team player and taking initiative when necessary
• 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
• Ability to safely operate a forklift preferred
• Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies, scissor lifts, genie lifts and other necessary warehouse equipment
• Interest or experience in learning inventory management systems

This in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s Brooklyn facility five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• 100% employer-covered medical plan option for Employees as 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 employee contributions.
• Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
• Employee Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)