Job description

Art Handler/Maintenance Person
Eden Fine Art, a fast growing and innovative International Art Gallery, operating two galleries in the heart of NYC, Miami, and abroad, is actively looking for an experienced full time Art Handler to join our Team in Aspen CO.

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

• Installs and deinstalls exhibition objects for all exhibitions
• Prepares galleries for installation—including but not limited to case movement, cleaning, painting, spackling, fabric wrapping case interiors and/or wall panels
• Moves all necessary tools, hardware, installation materials, hydraulic lifter, work tables, blankets, case lifters, ladders, work carts, tool boxes, bins, lights, light canisters, audio-visual equipment, stanchions, pedestals, cases, bonnets, brochure holders, acrylic holders, object mounts, and fabric, pylons, etc. with regard to the installation and deinstallation of all exhibitions
• Operates shop machinery, including hand and power tools and work carts, as necessary
• Frames artwork, prints, photographs, documents, and ephemera—in conformity with established conservation specifications
• Performs carpentry for exhibitions and exhibition areas including demolition, wall repair, painting and fabric wrapping
• Fabricates and constructs exhibition components including pedestals, platforms, bases, vitrines, as needed
• Makes, mounts and places labels
• Positions and installs graphic elements
• Moves boxes of exhibition-related materials including printed materials to/from the loading dock to and other areas throughout the building
• Replenishes holders of all printed materials produced for exhibitions or displays including brochures, flyers, postcards, etc.
• Maintains an organized and clean working environment
• Works with Installation Coordinator as necessary regarding production elements including measurements, materials, fabrication methods and lighting
• Performs routine exhibition maintenance including daily gallery checks and maintaining exhibition lighting. Cleans cases, platforms and frames, as needed
• Performs related duties as required
• Occasional work trips to our galleries in Miami and Aspen or client's installations outside the state.

WHAT YOU HAVE :

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Relevant experience of three or more years working in a museum, library galleries, or art gallery
• Three to five years art handling experience, preferably in a museum, library galleries, high-end gallery, or other art-service company

• Ability to interpret and follow detailed instructions
• Demonstrated ability to work tactfully and effectively with staff, outside art handlers, exhibition fabricators, graphic installers, contractors, designers and public at all levels in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Strong initiative and work ethic with flexibility to respond to and take action in changing circumstances, often under pressure
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Successfully demonstrated knowledge of machinery, materials, methods, practices and safety precautions, construction, exhibition installation and deinstallation, preferably in a museum setting
• Ability to take direction
• Working familiarity with basic hand and power tools, power tools
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication and comprehension skill
• Ability to operate and work from scissor lifts (up to 30’ high) scaffolding and ladders
• Basic knowledge of electrical practice, electronics and mechanical installations
• Must be able to respond quickly and tactfully to last minute requests
• Valid Driver License - (Experience Driving small truck is a plus)
• Available for occasional trips out of state by flight or truck'

Work Remotely : No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you experienced with Carpentry , Wood , Machinery ?
• Do you have experience with building crates ?
• Have you worked before as an Art Handler / Art Technician ?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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