Art Handling Lead — Fine Art Installations & Logistics

Iron Mountain; Iron Mountain (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Mountain is seeking an Art Handling Specialist to ensure safe handling of artworks for packing, storage, transit and onsite projects. You will lead project teams and act as liaison between clients and management to ensure seamless execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, interest in fine art, and ability to work flexible hours as projects demand. Strong packing, crating, and installation knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and interest in fine art or decorative art.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standard packing, crating, and installation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Handle and move packaged and unpackaged artworks.
• Wrap and pack with designated techniques, materials, and crates.
• Install/de-install artworks during onsite projects using proper techniques and tools.
• Assist on rigging/heavy object movement with Gantry/Forklift/Crane or other specialized equipment.
• Load/unload trucks to ensure safe transit.
• Plan the organization and packing of trucks to ensure utmost safety of objects during transit.
• Conduct inspection reports for various types of art objects.
• Lead a team; provide guidance and coaching during projects.
• Act as liaison while onsite between clients and company management.
• Determine strategy for projects, particularly when senior staff are not onsite.
• Complete daily forms, and document status and scope of work in progress.
• Organize and maintain operational tools and materials.

Skills

Art handling knowledge

Team leadership

Clear communication

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Iron Mountain is seeking an Art Handling Specialist to ensure safe handling of artworks for packing, storage, transit and onsite projects. You will lead project teams and act as liaison between clients and management to ensure seamless execution.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, interest in fine art, and ability to work flexible hours as projects demand. Strong packing, crating, and installation knowledge is essential.