Art Handler/Driver

UOVO

Newark (DE)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

46 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vacation accrual

Holidays

Parental leave

Sick leave

401k match

FSAs

Life insurance

Team lunches

Eggcellence Awards

Job summary

UOVO in Newark, Delaware is seeking an Art Handler/Driver to support day-to-day transportation and offsite activities from our Newark warehouse. The role requires 3–5 years of storage/collection management experience and comfort moving a wide range of art objects. Reports to the Operations Manager.

The position is full-time, on-site, with possible weekend or night work. CDL is a bonus and physical requirements include moving heavy artwork with diligence and care.

Qualifications

3–5 years of storage/collection management experience.
Experience handling a wide range of art objects.
Strong communication with clients and team members.
Ability to solve on-site issues and escalate when needed.

Responsibilities

Handle art objects with proper packing, loading and securing for transport.
Install/de-install artworks at in-house or offsite locations and adapt to scope changes.
Prepare paperwork including bills of lading, labels, driver logs, and reports with photos.
Receive and release shipments into warehouse facilities.
Pack artworks for local, national and international transport.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and DOT regulations.
Support internal teams as needed.
Weekend/overtime work may be required; schedule flexibility expected.
Assist with other projects as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Team player

Art handling

Communication

Problem solving

CDL license

Physical stamina

Warehouse equipment

Job 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.

Department: Operations

Location: Newark, DE

Description

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/Driver - Newark, Delaware

UOVO seeks a Art Handler/Driver to support day-to-day transportation and offsite activities out of UOVOs Nework, Delaware warehouse. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience working with storage/collection management knowledge and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. The art handler/driver will report to the Operations Manager

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 elevate 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

This position requires in-person, on-site support at UOVO's Delaware facility on a full time basis and may include occasional night and weekend work.

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")