Freelance Packing Technician, Crozier

Iron Mountain • New York, NY

17h • Onsite

About The Position

At Iron Mountain, work makes a positive impact for customers, employees, and the planet. They provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. They partner with 225,000 customers globally to preserve invaluable artifacts, extract more from inventory, and protect data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways. Crozier Fine Arts, part of Iron Mountain, is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Freelance Packing Technician to join their Carpentry Department. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and integrity of all artworks within the carpentry department by preparing insulation, cushioning, and packing materials, and operating shop equipment according to design and safety specifications.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a Crate Shop or Art Handling environment.
• Strong knowledge of general shop safety and the proficient use of power tools.
• Proven ability in attention to detail and effective communication.
• Must be a self-starter who thrives in a team-oriented setting.
• Familiarity with industry standards for packing, crating, handling, and transportation.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (75+ lbs) and maintain physical stamina for bending, kneeling, and standing throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with fine art interior packing (tray packing, travel frames, etc.) is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare insulation, cushioning foams, and inner packing materials according to a variety of design specifications to create high-quality, protective packaging solutions for fine art, furniture, antiques, etc.
• Collaborate cohesively with the Art Handling, Warehouse, and Transportation teams, providing essential assistance for transfers and the loading/unloading trucks.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and shop protocols for handling artworks from point of entry through to final crate transfer.
• Safely operate professional shop machinery, including, but not limited to table saws, radial arm saws, sanders, pneumatic staplers.
• Execute technical packing methods including: 2D Museum Packing: Tray construction, flat work packing, inner box builds (foam core/wood), and oz clip packing into travel frames.
• Execute technical packing methods including: 3D Museum Packing: T-frame packing (cleats, slats, etc.), cavity packing (custom cut foam cavities), tray & brace packing large sculpture, furniture packing, and additional 3D object packing into break-away/exploding crates.
• Assist with rigging and large object packing as required.
• Handle and move both packaged and unpackaged artifacts, facilitating the transfer of finished works from the shop to the warehouse.

Benefits

• Starting at $30.00/hr (Negotiations Depending on Experience), Paid Weekly via Direct Deposit
• Scheduling Monday through Friday, 30-40 hrs/week
• An ever-evolving global organization focused on transformation and innovation.
• Global connectivity to learn from teammates who share your passion for art.
• Comprehensive benefits to support your career, family, personal wellness, and financial wellbeing.
• A support system in which you can voice your opinion, share feedback, and be your authentic self.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees