Fine Art Crating & Handling Specialist

ARROW X HOLDINGS LLC; Village of Freeport (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Arrow Express in Freeport, NY is seeking a skilled Crater/Art Handler to craft crates for fine art and high-value items. You will safely wrap, pack, and load artwork for storage or shipment while maintaining meticulous condition reports.

The role emphasizes careful craftsmanship, strong attention to detail, and teamwork in a hands-on warehouse setting. Prior art handling or carpentry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in art handling, crating, carpentry, or fine art logistics preferred.
• Ability to safely lift and move heavy objects (50+ lbs) and work on your feet throughout the day.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to protecting high-value and fragile items.
• Basic carpentry and hand/power tool skills for custom crate construction.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Build custom crates and packaging solutions for fine art, antiques, and high-value items
• Safely handle, wrap, and pack artwork and fragile objects for storage or shipment
• Load and unload artwork and crated items with care using proper lifting techniques and equipment
• Inspect items for pre-existing damage and document condition reports accurately
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely and secure delivery of shipments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the crating and warehouse area
• Follow proper art handling protocols and company standards for all packing and crating projects

Skills

Art handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Lifting logistics

Tools

Carpentry tools

Forklift

Power tools

Job description

Arrow Express in Freeport, NY is seeking a skilled Crater/Art Handler to craft crates for fine art and high-value items. You will safely wrap, pack, and load artwork for storage or shipment while maintaining meticulous condition reports.

The role emphasizes careful craftsmanship, strong attention to detail, and teamwork in a hands-on warehouse setting. Prior art handling or carpentry experience is preferred.