Specialized Rigging, Art Handling and Installation

Send Resume to: office@methodsandmaterials.com

Full-Time Hourly: $20-$30/hour, commensurate with experience; Medical insurance & 401k.

Please look at the ‘Qualifications’ and ‘Responsibilities’ sections for more details.

Please note that this position requires physical labor, some knowledge of rigging/art installation methodologies, and the skilled, specialized care needed to move artwork. This is NOT an administrative position!

    • Minimum 2 years of art installation/rigging experience.

    • Driver’s license and proof of good driving record.

    • Must be a skilled driver: Our fleet includes a 1-ton pick-up, often with a trailer, various-sized box trucks with lift gates, and forklift.

    • Forklift certification is a plus; we will train for certification if needed.

    • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted.

    • Access to reliable transportation.

    • Attentive and timely; must be on time and accomplish scheduled jobs.

    • Must be willing to travel for work, sometimes for two weeks or more at a time.

    • Problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a can-do attitude.

    • Ability to follow detailed instructions.

    • Must work well independently (self-directed) and as a team (collaboratively).

    • Art knowledge (either academically, or in practice) is a plus.

    • Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.

    • Purchase of proper clothing and objects for projects (steel-toe boots; hard hats; safety glasses, when needed).

    • Safely pack and unpack valuable art & artifacts.

    • Loading and unloading objects, tools, and equipment from company vehicles.

    • Follow detailed instructions & safety precautions.

    • Use proper lifting procedures when lifting and/or transporting heavy items.

    • Work indoors and outdoors, often in inclement weather.