Independent Contractor - Art Handler

UOVO; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles, is seeking an Independent Contractor in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects.

Core responsibilities include maintaining storage rooms and concierge storage locations, packing artworks for transport, receiving and releasing shipments, and maintaining inventory records both digitally

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced storage environments and handling art objects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience handling 2D and 3D artworks.
• Customer service experience and ability to take directions.
• Ability to collaborate in a team while taking initiative.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and operate warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain storage rooms according to customer wishes, ensuring space and item safety.
• Maintain concierge storage locations within the warehouse for safe storage of property.
• Pack artworks for transportation and storage.
• Receive and release shipments with accurate inventory records both digitally and physically.
• Install/de-install artworks for private viewings.
• Handle art objects safely; works include fragile, antique or high-end items.
• Break down crates, dispose of trash and other materials as needed.
• Other projects as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Art handling

Team player

Initiative

Heavy lifting

Forklift experience

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Dollies

Scissor lifts

Genie lifts

Job description

Description

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks an Independent Contractor. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience working in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects.

Department: Operations

Location: Dallas, TX

Description

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks an Independent Contractor. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience working in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain storage rooms according to customer wishes, ensuring adequate use of space and safety of items
• Maintain all concierge storage locations within the warehouse ensuring efficient and safe storage of all property
• Pack artworks for transportation and storage
• Receive and release shipments, while maintaining accurate inventory records digitally and physically
• Install/de-install artworks for private viewings
• Proper handling of art objects, fragile and artistic material, antique and high-end furniture
• Breaking down crates, trash and other materials as needed
• Other projects

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented, dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills, ability to take directions
• Experience handling 2D and 3D artworks
• Excellent customer service as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to balance being a team player and taking initiative when necessary
• 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
• Ability to safely operate a forklift preferred
• Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies, scissor lifts, genie lifts and other necessary warehouse equipment
• Interest or experience in learning inventory management systems