Art Handler/Driver

UOVO; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Sick leave

401k match

Team lunches

Job summary

UOVO in South San Francisco is seeking an Art Handler/Driver to join our transportation team. You will handle, pack, and transport valuable artworks, ensuring meticulous care from pickup to delivery.

The role requires art handling experience, strong packing skills, and a valid driver’s license (CDL a bonus). On-site five days a week with occasional nights and weekends, compensation ranges per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling art objects and packing for transport.
• Ability to install/de-install artworks and troubleshoot onsite.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication with clients.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Proper handling of art objects, using appropriate methods for packaging and securing during transport.
• Install/de-install artworks at client sites or in-house facilities.
• Prepare paperwork including bills of lading, labels, driver logs, and condition reports with photos.
• Receive and release shipments into warehouse facilities.
• Pack artworks for local, national and international transportation and storage.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and DOT regulations.
• Support internal teams as needed; flexibility for weekends/overtime.

Skills

Team player

Art handling

Packing experience

Communication

Problem solving

Driver's license

CDL license

Physical ability

Tools

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

J Bars

Dollies

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.

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/Driver, South San Francisco

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks an Art Handler/Driver to join its dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the art world, storage/collection management knowledge, and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. The Art Handler/Driver will report to the Transportation 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 escalag 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 in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s South San Francisco 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 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”)

Department: Transportation

Location: San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $28.00 - $33.00 / hour