This role has closed
It was no longer listed by Red Hook Crating when we last checked on 6 September 2026. The posting is kept below for reference. Open now:
In Long Island City
- Assistant Archivist, Processing (Three-Year, Grant-Funded, Fixed-Term Position) · The Museum of Modern Art
Art handler/Driver/Warehouse Staff
Red Hook Crating · Long Island City, USA
- Salary
- $20 – $25
- Contract
- Full Time Permanent
From the archive
- Advertised pay for art handler roles in the United States: median about €53,664 a year, the middle half between €49,416 and €61,520, across the 34 postings on record that stated it. This posting states about €40,248, 25% below it. Art handler pay
- 22 other art handler roles are open now. Email me the day the next one is posted
Annualised in euros. Counts of postings, never estimates; most museum postings state no pay at all.
Red Hook Crating seeks to hire drivers/art handlers/Crate packers. The starting pay rate for acceptable candidates will vary depending on experience. Company-sponsored health insurance, 401K, paid holidays, and vacation are available for full-time hires. Full-time day and night shifts available.Candidates must have: Relevant work experience. A strong work ethic and a positive attitude.The ability to problem solve and work well with others.Availability to work overtime during peak periods.Previous experience in art handling, crate building, or related fields is a plus — willing to train the right candidateAdditional Requirements for Drivers:Valid driver’s license and clean driving recordImportant Note:All members of our trucking staff are experienced art handlers. If you can drive but have little or no art handling experience, we offer a strong training program to bring you up to speed.
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