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Art Handler/ Truck Driver

Phillips · New York, New York · USD 25–30 · Posted 25 July 2025

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Duties

AND RESPONSIBILITIES \n • Proper handling of high value fragile art and objects, using the appropriate methods for de-installing, packing, loading & securing for safe transport • Preparation of documentation and paperwork including bills of lading, property receipts, inventory barcode scanning, labeling, and detailed condition reports with accompanying photos • Provide superb client service, face-to-face client interaction in their homes or gallery • Follow assignments, maintain communication with warehouse and gallery throughout day to complete daily schedule • Cautious and safe operation of large straight truck in NYC and Tri-state area • Installation and de-installation of artwork • Maintain tools, supplies and packing material on the truck • Assistance at storage facility on the receipt and release by pulling or putting away property • Supervise Art Handlers assigned to the truck • Transportation of non-art, such as display cabinets, empty crates, office furniture, file boxes, etc. • Communicate with warehouse and gallery throughout the day to successfully complete daily schedule • Assist in making assessments concerning the safety of works and taking necessary action to secure artworks • May assist in the construction of new or retrofitting previously constructed crates • Dispose of packing material and old crates from warehouse and galleries • Perform other ad-hoc

duties

as requested • May act as a closer (securing and arming the warehouse) when returning late \n PROFESSIONAL

Skills

AND EXPERIENCE \n • 3+ years’

experience

as an art handler • 3+ years’

experience

operating commercial vehicles • Clean driving record and knowledge of NYC metro and Tri-state area Excellent communication skills, proficient in verbal and written English • Thorough knowledge &

experience

with industry standards for handling, packing & installing works of art/antiques and high-end furniture • Ability to efficiently wrap/pack sensitive and valuable artworks/antiques and high-end furniture • Capacity to work comfortably on a truck as well as in a customer focused environment (gallery/museum/corporate office/private residence) • Ability to work on flexible schedule, occasional evening hours and weekends during inter-company truck transfers \n EDUCATION AND TRAINING \n • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience • Fine Arts background, preferred \n \n PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES \n • Ability to work professionally and responsibly with all areas within the business • Ability to lift heavy objects (60-80 pounds) such as crates, pedestals and auction furniture • Proactive with excellent organizational skills • Exceptional Client Service skills • High degree of time and resource management

skills

with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize to meet strict deadlines • Ability to deal effectively and efficiently with multiple tasks • Excellent communication skills, proficient in verbal and written English • Capacity to work comfortably on a truck as well as in a customer focused environment (gallery/museum/corporate office/private residence) • Dependable, consistent and punctual attendance, required \n WORKING CONDITIONS \n • Work is undertaken on the Phillips truck with pickups at client residences, offices, galleries and warehouses, and in our Long Island City warehouse and Park Avenue galleries • Requires tri-state travel to transport artworks • Weekend and evening work as required \n \n ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • The hourly pay range for

the role

is $25.00-$29.81 per hour. ","identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Phillips Auctioneers LLC","value":"444"},"datePosted":"2025-07-25","employmentType":"OTHER","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Phillips Auctioneers LLC","logo":"https://images7.bamboohr.com/373160/logos/cropped.jpg?v=34"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"New York","addressRegion":"New York","postalCode":"10022","addressCountry":"United States"}},"url":"https://phillipsauctioneers.bamboohr.com/careers/444"} Job Openings Art Handler/ Truck Driver Operations-Logistics & Warehouse - New York, New York PRIMARY FUNCTION Responsible for handling, packing, collecting, de-installing, delivering, loading and unloading, securing and transporting artwork safely on the Phillips shuttle truck; interfacing with clients and administration of documentation; perform as backup driver on supplemental rented truck or when driver is unavailable. Phillips values a workforce with a wide variety of experiences, backgrounds and skills, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.

Duties

AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Proper handling of high value fragile art and objects, using the appropriate methods for de-installing, packing, loading & securing for safe transport • Preparation of documentation and paperwork including bills of lading, property receipts, inventory barcode scanning, labeling, and detailed condition reports with accompanying photos • Provide superb client service, face-to-face client interaction in their homes or gallery • Follow assignments, maintain communication with warehouse and gallery throughout day to complete daily schedule • Cautious and safe operation of large straight truck in NYC and Tri-state area • Installation and de-installation of artwork • Maintain tools, supplies and packing material on the truck • Assistance at storage facility on the receipt and release by pulling or putting away property • Supervise Art Handlers assigned to the truck • Transportation of non-art, such as display cabinets, empty crates, office furniture, file boxes, etc. • Communicate with warehouse and gallery throughout the day to successfully complete daily schedule • Assist in making assessments concerning the safety of works and taking necessary action to secure artworks • May assist in the construction of new or retrofitting previously constructed crates • Dispose of packing material and old crates from warehouse and galleries • Perform other ad-hoc

duties

as requested • May act as a closer (securing and arming the warehouse) when returning late PROFESSIONAL

Skills

AND EXPERIENCE • 3+ years’

experience

as an art handler • 3+ years’

experience

operating commercial vehicles • Clean driving record and knowledge of NYC metro and Tri-state area Excellent communication skills, proficient in verbal and written English • Thorough knowledge &

experience

with industry standards for handling, packing & installing works of art/antiques and high-end furniture • Ability to efficiently wrap/pack sensitive and valuable artworks/antiques and high-end furniture • Capacity to work comfortably on a truck as well as in a customer focused environment (gallery/museum/corporate office/private residence) • Ability to work on flexible schedule, occasional evening hours and weekends during inter-company truck transfers EDUCATION AND TRAINING • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience • Fine Arts background, preferred PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • Ability to work professionally and responsibly with all areas within the business • Ability to lift heavy objects (60-80 pounds) such as crates, pedestals and auction furniture • Proactive with excellent organizational skills • Exceptional Client Service skills • High degree of time and resource management

skills

with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize to meet strict deadlines • Ability to deal effectively and efficiently with multiple tasks • Excellent communication skills, proficient in verbal and written English • Capacity to work comfortably on a truck as well as in a customer focused environment (gallery/museum/corporate office/private residence) • Dependable, consistent and punctual attendance, required WORKING CONDITIONS • Work is undertaken on the Phillips truck with pickups at client residences, offices, galleries and warehouses, and in our Long Island City warehouse and Park Avenue galleries • Requires tri-state travel to transport artworks • Weekend and evening work as required ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • The hourly pay range for

the role

is $25.00-$29.81 per hour. Apply for This Job Link to This Job Location New York, New York Department Operations-Logistics & Warehouse Employment Type Full Time Compensation $25.00-$29.81 per hour Privacy Policy • Terms of Service • © BambooHR All rights reserved.