Art Preparator

Organization

Armstrong Fine Art Services Ltd.

Job Type

Permanent

Language Required

English

Location

Mississauga, ON

Application Deadline

28/02/2020

Job Start Date

28/02/2020

Date Posted

21/01/2020

Email

chris@armstrongfas.com

Website

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Salary

Hourly

Job Description

Armstrong Fine Art Services Ltd. offers a complete suite of services for the fine art shipping, handling and storage industry. From specialized transportation services to best-in-class climate-controlled storage, Armstrong is a leader in the industry.
We are currently recruiting an experienced Art Preparator.

The ideal candidate confidently delivers excellent customer service. Understanding that they are on the front lines with our clients and subsequently represent our business. They will be responsible for safely and effectively operating company vehicles. Additional tasks include handling valuable, sensitive artworks and artifacts in a safe and efficient manner. Artwork installation and de-installation, condition reporting, packing, wrapping skills will also be required.

WHAT WE OFFER:
• Competitive wages
• Health Benefits
• An extensive training program and ongoing development
• An awesome team of dedicated individuals
• Exciting and challenging work

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Packing, crating, and uncrating of art objects for display, storage and/or transport.
• Transports art locally and regionally by truck
• Loads and off-loads deliveries of works of art and related exhibition or collection materials.
• Maintains tools, supplies and organization of all prep workspaces and storage areas
• Maintains necessary records on the movement of works of art.
• Ability to demonstrate a high-regard for the level of quality in completing specific requirements
• Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Expert knowledge of best practices for art object handling and movement, installation, packing and crating
• Demonstrates problem-solving and organizational skills, and adept at multitasking, with great attention to detail.
• Capable of planning and implementing solutions to various logistical issues as they arise in the storage and transportation of art works
• Capacity to work on both individual, unsupervised projects and as a member of a crew in which teamwork is essential.
• Must be comfortable working in front of clients in a museum & gallery setting as well as in private client homes
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and use new procedures and technology
• Effectively handles multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change
• Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds or more
• Entry-level experience in carpentry an asset
• Experience in a gallery or museum an asset

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, college degree preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Excellent communication skills and must communicate effectively in oral and written form.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Driver's License, CLASS G
Forklift License: An asset

Candidates interested in the position should email Chris Loubert at chris@armstrongfas.com

Thank You.