Art Handler – Move, Install & Care for Fine Art

Gcl; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO package

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) match

Parental leave

Event tickets for clients

Education reimbursement

Charitable donation matching

Culture & team events

Supplemental insurance options

Discounts on insurance

Job summary

Rock-It Company in Chicago, IL seeks an Art Handler to support a dynamic, global logistics operation for live events and luxury art shipments. You will safely handle, pack, move, install, and store artworks, using archival materials and proper techniques to protect precious objects.

You will collaborate with the Transportation Manager and warehouse team, perform condition reporting, maintain documentation, and ensure exceptional client service to galleries, museums, and private collectors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of packing, installation and art transportation techniques.
• Knowledge of archival and protective packing materials.
• Experience with installation methods and hanging systems.
• Understanding of different art materials (paint, sculpture, works on paper, mixed media).
• Awareness of art handling risks to prevent damage.
• Ability to follow direction and work in teams.
• Discretion when handling high-value artworks.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, pack, unpack, move, load, unload, install, and store fine art and cultural objects.
• Prepare artwork for movement using archival packing materials and best practices.
• Assist with exhibition installations and deinstallations per client specs.
• Operate dollies, pallet jacks, lifts and hand tools to transport artwork.
• Inspect artwork for condition; report damage and assist with condition reports.
• Maintain project documentation (bills of lading, condition reports, usage records).
• Support inventory management by cataloging and labeling artwork.
• Maintain environmental, safety, and security standards during handling and storage.
• Collaborate with Transportation Manager and warehouse team to ensure safe, efficient projects.
• Provide exceptional customer service with galleries, museums, and private collectors.

Skills

Art handling

Packing

Installation

Teamwork

Discretion

Communication

Job description

Rock-It Company in Chicago, IL seeks an Art Handler to support a dynamic, global logistics operation for live events and luxury art shipments. You will safely handle, pack, move, install, and store artworks, using archival materials and proper techniques to protect precious objects.

You will collaborate with the Transportation Manager and warehouse team, perform condition reporting, maintain documentation, and ensure exceptional client service to galleries, museums, and private collectors.