Fine Art Storage Assistant

Delaware Scene; New Castle, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) with 2% match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Atelier Fine Art Services, LLC in New Castle, DE is hiring a Fine Art Storage Assistant to support daily operations of two storage facilities. You will assist managers in safety, paperwork, packing/unpacking artwork, and overseeing shipments while maintaining high standards of care and organization.

Eligible candidates should have a BA in Fine Art or related field and at least one year of art-handling experience.

Qualifications

• BA in Fine Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or related field preferred.
• At least one year of art-handling or related experience; familiarity with museum standards and best industry practices.
• Meticulous work habits and attention to detail.
• Ability to use moving equipment such as pallet jacks, J-bars, dollies and lifts.
• Independent working capability and productive teamwork.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 80 lb and moving up to 150 lb; able to climb ladders up to 20 ft and work on lifts of 30 ft; able to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and work on high lifts and ladders.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with iOS devices; familiarity with databases and registration is a plus.
• Have a vehicle and valid driver’s license; able to run errands.
• Adhere to dress code (uniform shirts and dark jeans, black jeans or khaki pants).
• Must pass background check and TSA Threat Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Proactively and routinely clean the facility and organize supplies and equipment.
• Receive and release shipments with proper paperwork.
• Pack and unpack artwork; perform condition reporting.
• Escort and monitor clients, vendors and guests.
• Move objects safely to maximize space; handle large/heavy items.
• Install and configure racking and cage units; operate order picker and other lifts.
• Safely handle various types of art, furniture and artifacts; perform general building maintenance.
• Update registration and inventory details for long-term storage and shipments.
• Interact professionally with clients about care of property.
• Work safely at heights on lifts/scaffolds; working across two facilities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Moving equipment handling

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Team player

Education

BA in Fine Art or related field

Tools

Pallet jacks and lifts

3,000 lb order picker

iOS familiarity

Job description

FINE ART STORAGE ASSISTANT, ATELIER DELAWARE
The Atelier Delaware Storage Assistant is an integral member of the storage team responsible for upholding a high standard of quality, safety, organization, knowledge and cleanliness of the Atelier Fine Art Storage Facilities in New Castle Delaware, known as Atelier Delaware.

About Atelier Fine Art Services
Atelier Fine Art Services is an independently owned full-service fine art services company with 40 years of experience and locations in New York, Philadelphia and Delaware. Atelier works directly with major cultural institutions, prominent private collections, auction houses as well as major national and international galleries. Atelier FAS has several museum-quality storage facilities on the East Coast, and employs staff in the areas of Client Services, Logistics, Operations, Art Handling, Registration, Fabrication, Storage and Security.

Reports to: Atelier Delaware Facilities Managers and Directors
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM generally
Job Type: Full Time - Hourly (With Benefits)
Pay Range: $20 - $23.50 /hr (commensurate with experience)

Primary Responsibilities:
Assist Atelier Delaware's Managers and Directors with the daily operation of both Atelier Delaware storage facilities, including but not limited to:

• Proactively and routinely cleaning the interior and exterior of the facility in addition to organizing supplies and equipment
• Receiving and releasing shipments safely and with appropriate paperwork
• Packing and unpacking artwork
• Condition reporting artwork
• Escorting and monitoring clients, vendors and guests
• Moving objects around storage ensuring safest placement and space maximization - including large heavy objects
• Installing and configuring racking and cage units
• Operating a 3,000 lb capacity electric order picker safely in a tight warehouse
• Operating other lifts such as scissors lifts, forklifts and other equipment
• Safely handling various types of art, furniture and artifacts
• General building maintenance, improvement, and repair
• Under the direction of senior storage staff, update registration and inventory details regarding long term storage items as well as incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Interacting with clients in a professional manner about the care of their property
• Working safely at a height (up to 35 feet) on lifts, scaffolds and racking
• Work in one of two facilities on either sides of the industrial park as needed

• BA in Fine Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or related field preferred
• At least one year of demonstrated art-handling or related experience; familiarity with museum standards and best industry practices related to the safe handling and storage of artwork and artifacts preferred
• Meticulous work habits and attention to detail
• Ability to use moving equipment such as pallet jacks, J-bars, dollies and lifts
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a productive team member.
• Physically capable of lifting objects weighing up to 80 pounds; physically capable of moving objects weighing up to 150 pounds; and physically capable of climbing ladders up to 20 feet and working on scaffolding and lifts of at least 30 feet; physically capable of using hand tools such as drills, hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, and wrenches.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and work on high lifts and ladders
• Basic computer skills required; familiarity with iOS (Apple) devices such as iPads and iPhones. Familiarity with databases and registration is a plus
• Have vehicle and a valid driver’s license and ability to run occasional errands to local stores
• Ability to adhere to dress code including uniform shirts and dark jeans, black jeans, dark pants or khaki pants or long shorts
• The successful candidate must pass a background check and a TSA Threat Assessment

Atelier defines full-time as 32+ hours/week. Full-time employees are eligible to receive benefits (medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, Dep Care FSA, Vol Life, Commuter Benefits, Worksite Benefits etc.) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, with Atelier covering two-thirds of health premiums. Dependent coverage is available at full-price.You become eligible for our 401(k) with a 2% match after 90 days (at the start of the following quarter). Additionally, we offer overtime, double time, shift differentials, sick pay, and 8 paid holidays.

We kindly request no phone calls regarding this position.

Fine Art Storage Assistant

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Organization

Atelier Fine Art Services, LLC · New Castle · DE · Northern Delaware

Job Type

Full Time

Salary

$20 - $23.50/HR

Category

Other

Closing Date

October 16, 2026

Description

FINE ART STORAGE ASSISTANT, ATELIER DELAWARE
The Atelier Delaware Storage Assistant is an integral member of the storage team responsible for upholding a high standard of quality, safety, organization, knowledge and cleanliness of the Atelier Fine Art Storage Facilities in New Castle Delaware, known as Atelier Delaware.

About Atelier Fine Art Services
Atelier Fine Art Services is an independently owned full-service fine art services company with 40 years of experience and locations in New York, Philadelphia and Delaware. Atelier works directly with major cultural institutions, prominent private collections, auction houses as well as major national and international galleries. Atelier FAS has several museum-quality storage facilities on the East Coast, and employs staff in the areas of Client Services, Logistics, Operations, Art Handling, Registration, Fabrication, Storage and Security.

Reports to: Atelier Delaware Facilities Managers and Directors
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM generally
Job Type: Full Time - Hourly (With Benefits)
Pay Range: $20 - $23.50 /hr (commensurate with experience)

Primary Responsibilities:
Assist Atelier Delaware's Managers and Directors with the daily operation of both Atelier Delaware storage facilities, including but not limited to:

• Proactively and routinely cleaning the interior and exterior of the facility in addition to organizing supplies and equipment
• Receiving and releasing shipments safely and with appropriate paperwork
• Packing and unpacking artwork
• Condition reporting artwork
• Escorting and monitoring clients, vendors and guests
• Moving objects around storage ensuring safest placement and space maximization - including large heavy objects
• Installing and configuring racking and cage units
• Operating a 3,000 lb capacity electric order picker safely in a tight warehouse
• Operating other lifts such as scissors lifts, forklifts and other equipment
• Safely handling various types of art, furniture and artifacts
• General building maintenance, improvement, and repair
• Under the direction of senior storage staff, update registration and inventory details regarding long term storage items as well as incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Interacting with clients in a professional manner about the care of their property
• Working safely at a height (up to 35 feet) on lifts, scaffolds and racking
• Work in one of two facilities on either sides of the industrial park as needed

• BA in Fine Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or related field preferred
• At least one year of demonstrated art-handling or related experience; familiarity with museum standards and best industry practices related to the safe handling and storage of artwork and artifacts preferred
• Meticulous work habits and attention to detail
• Ability to use moving equipment such as pallet jacks, J-bars, dollies and lifts
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a productive team member.
• Physically capable of lifting objects weighing up to 80 pounds; physically capable of moving objects weighing up to 150 pounds; and physically capable of climbing ladders up to 20 feet and working on scaffolding and lifts of at least 30 feet; physically capable of using hand tools such as drills, hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, and wrenches.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and work on high lifts and ladders
• Basic computer skills required; familiarity with iOS (Apple) devices such as iPads and iPhones. Familiarity with databases and registration is a plus
• Have vehicle and a valid driver’s license and ability to run occasional errands to local stores
• Ability to adhere to dress code including uniform shirts and dark jeans, black jeans, dark pants or khaki pants or long shorts
• The successful candidate must pass a background check and a TSA Threat Assessment

Atelier defines full-time as 32+ hours/week. Full-time employees are eligible to receive benefits (medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, Dep Care FSA, Vol Life, Commuter Benefits, Worksite Benefits etc.) the first of the month after 60 days of employment, with Atelier covering two-thirds of health premiums. Dependent coverage is available at full-price.You become eligible for our 401(k) with a 2% match after 90 days (at the start of the following quarter). Additionally, we offer overtime, double time, shift differentials, sick pay, and 8 paid holidays.

We kindly request no phone calls regarding this position.

Posted

September 10, 2026

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