Art Handler/Driver

UOVO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & vision options

401k Employer match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

UOVO in Washington, DC is hiring an Art Handler/Driver to join its team. The role involves handling a wide range of artworks, loading and securing for transport, and reporting to the Operations Supervisor.

You will install and de-install artworks at our DC facility or offsite locations, maintain accurate paperwork, and ensure compliance with DOT and safety standards. Weekend or overtime work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, packing and art handling.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 150 pounds and work in varying weather.
• CDL license is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Handle art objects using proper packaging, loading, and securing for transport.
• Install/de-install artworks at in-house or offsite locations, addressing scope changes.
• Prepare paperwork: bills of lading, driver logs, and condition reports with photos when needed.
• Receive and release shipments into warehouse facilities.
• Pack artworks for local, national and international transport and storage.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Support internal teams as needed.
• On-site five days a week; may include nights and weekends.

Skills

Team Player

Art handling

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

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.

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!

Department: Transportation

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: $32.00 - $35.00 / hour

Art Handler/Driver, DC

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 Operations Supervisor.

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 in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s DC 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")