Warehouse Technician/Art Handler

David Zwirner • New York, NY

1d • $65,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

David Zwirner seeks a full-time Warehouse Technician / Art Handler for its fine art storage facility in Queens, New York. The role is paid hourly, with an annual salary of $65,000–$70,000, and is overtime eligible. Scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; flexibility to work outside standard business hours may be requested.

The position supports the receipt, storage, documentation, and release of artwork and shipments. The successful candidate will be diligent, highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage time and communicate effectively. The role involves physical work, maintaining inventory and facility organization, and collaborating with the Photography and Registration teams.

David Zwirner operates galleries in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Hong Kong, and represents more than eighty artists, estates, and foundations. Its work also includes publishing, print editions, podcasts, artist projects, and advisory services.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience with art handling, fine art warehousing, and/or general shipping procedures.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform rigorous physical duties.
• Ability to update records and locations accurately and efficiently in the company database.
• Self-starter who can work cooperatively and collegially within a team.
• Ability to adhere to required security and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and special projects.
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when requested.

Nice To Haves

• A BA in Art History, Art Business, Art Management, or a similar field is preferred.
• Forklift and OSHA experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute the receipt and release of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Pack artwork safely for storage or transit and repack it when necessary.
• Work with the in-house Photography team to document and process inventory.
• Implement organizational and space-saving efforts across warehouse locations.
• Maintain inventory and up-to-date database records, and oversee warehouse inventory labeling and scanning.
• Assist the Registration team with timely, thorough condition checks and flag issues when necessary.
• Perform general maintenance throughout the facility.
• Complete ad hoc projects as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off and leave, as well as Summer Fridays.
• 401(k) with automatic employer contributions.
• Commuter benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Fitness benefits.
• Corporate memberships to a range of local museums.
• Invitations to exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists, estates, curators, and scholars, both at the gallery and off-site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed