Art Logistics Director

Overview Do you love art? Are you looking to work in a team setting? Come work with a team of art specialists! The Art Guys is a premier art services company in the Dallas / Fort Worth area.
Due to our growth, we are adding a Logistics Director to our organization.
Work history in art handline and installation is mandatory.
As the Director, you will: Oversee the Logistics Department Communicate & align with other departments Create business strategies aligned to company goals & objectives Provide managers & team the resources they need Manage employee lifecycle from onboarding, promotions, and offboarding Oversee department's and storage facility’s overall performance Understand department opportunities and provide solutions Conduct performance reviews Daily Operations Lead a team of art handlers, leads, and managers Ensure operational and personnel policies are observed while conducting tasks Engage art owners and all stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner Comply with and enforce adherence to safety protocol Handle artwork so it is never placed at risk and always arrives to each location undamaged Identify crew size for any activity and confirms with Art Coordinator on dates and times Within 24 hours of pickup, place items requiring deodorizing in hydroxyl room Professionally install artwork in a variety of locations Responsible for warehouse area and all remote storage sites.
Maintain safe, clean and organized storage spaces Order supplies and manages inventory as needed to enable a status of readiness for art handling Ensure all equipment and vehicles are in proper working condition Operate all necessary equipment in a safe manner, e.
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, lift, dollies, van, box truck, etc.
On Site Responsibilities Provide friendly, quality professional service to clients and customers Identify if crating is required and coordinate to have this done.
Enter locations (some affected by water and fire) to pick up or deliver artwork Identify wet artwork that requires immediate mitigation.
Alert management to ensure these items are addressed ASAP.
On site management of staff to convey a safe, caring and quality approach to art handling Ensure negative verbal comments and disruptive actions by staff are immediately addressed.
This type of behavior reflects poorly on us, our contractors and carriers.
Promptly advise management of any incidents.
Complete required paperwork such as Certificates of Satisfaction, Inventory lists, iPad centric reports and other critical paperwork with a high attention to detail Create an excellent customer service experience Key Requirements Must be willing and capable to work a flexible schedule.
Most work will be from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday but nights, weekends and overnight stay may be needed Knowledge of proper and safe fine art installation, packing and transportation techniques Must be able to stand for long periods of time Required to possess a valid driver license and a clean driving record at the time and duration of employment.
Must be able to lift 50-60 lbs.
Excellent Customer Service skills, providing "white glove" service to our clients.
Exhibit a professional, neat, and clean appearance that represents The Art Guys Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; positive attitude Must pass pre-employment drug test and background screening About Us Our team is composed of highly talented and dedicated artists.
We are an ethical and transparent company who is focused on quality art care and lowering claim costs.
Pay Range The pay scale ranges from $22 to $26 an hour, depending on relevant experience.
Benefits include: Paid vacation time Paid sick time Medical/dental/vision coverage available Nine holidays plus two floating holidays Eligible for a bonus program (two-weeks pay the last four years)