Job Description
About Bonhams
Bonhams is a global auction house with an 18th century heritage poised for transformative change. Our global operations are based in London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong where we sell in over 60 categories, including motor cars, paintings, jewelry, and entertainment memorabilia.
Our employees are passionate about their work, and we pride ourselves on a bespoke approach that aims to make every client feel important. It is an exciting time for our business and our global leadership team of art world professionals are now ready to for a People focused team to help them develop their talent strategy, strengthen our people brand globally, build organizational capability and drive process improvement.
Bonhams is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.
About the Role
Looking for an experienced and committed shuttle-driver/art-hander to join our organization and help execute routinely scheduled movements of valuable & fragile commodities
This position is critical to supporting the interoffice transfers of artworks and objects. With monthly long-distance hauls between our MA, NY, and CA offices, galleries, and warehouses - this is a full-time truck driver position, which also requires proficiency in relocation-moving, art-handling, and packing skillsets
This role will additionally perform some of our client/residential/estate collections
The nature of the role sees this position working alongside a co-driver while on the road, and as part of our Operation teams while docked at any of our given locations
The primary home of our truck is Los Angeles, and as such LA residence is preferrable for this position
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Driver is tasked to perform continuous transportation operations, including monthly transfers between our LA/NYC locations, as well as between our LA / SF, and NYC / BOS locations
Responsibilities when working alongside our Ops teams include: truck loading/off-loading, item pulling/placing, barcoding/scanning, condition reporting, and soft packing.
Client service excellence; expected to represent Bonhams when working in the field and help build closer relations with our clients
In addition to the tasks and responsibilities listed, you may be required to perform other duties as assigned by your line manager.
Key Skills and Attributes
Experience in long-haul trucking is mandatory
Ability to not only work well on your own, but also participate meaningfully in team settings and alongside an assigned co-driver
Clean driving record with no history of major infractions or accidents; background check required
Valid Driver's License (no CDL required)
Experienced in operating/driving box trucks
Experienced in art handling / relocation moving / packing
Exceptional punctuality and reliability
Addition Desired Qualities
Experience working in a warehouse is a plus
What We Offer
In addition to an active and progressive work environment, Bonhams offers a competitive benefits package to encourage work/life balance, including:
Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance - HMO, EPO, PPO with FSA and HSA
20 days paid time off (PTO)
12 paid holidays and holiday break from Christmas to New Years Day
16 weeks fully paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Life insurance with AD & D
Short- and long-term disability
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Professional development: free online training and expansive content library
Employee resource groups: social club, diversity committee, mentorship program
Sponsored socials: annual staff art exhibition, annual summer and holiday parties, monthly birthday treats, weekly breakfast
Hourly range is $22.00 to $27.00 depending on experience
Bonhams participates in E-Verify.
Applicants whobest match the position needs will be contacted. Bonhams
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Summer holiday, Relocation, Long distance, Flexible hours,