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Crew Chief

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Alchemy is working alongside an established US based fine art shipping organisation seeking a Crew Chief to join their team in Washington D.C.

This role will scope, lead and support art handlers on complex projects. 

Core Responsibilities: 
  • Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of experienced art handlers, including freelance and temporary staff, across complex projects and day-to-day operations.
  • Plan and manage offsite installations and de-installations. 
  • Oversee and coordinate third-party vendors and contractors offsite, including craters, riggers, household movers, and fabricators.
  • Conduct site assessments including materials, and equipment requirements, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within a budget.
  • Deliver exceptional client service. 
  • Act as a key liaison between clients, Account Management, and Operations teams, providing updates and feedback on project status.
  • Uphold best practices for packing and installation, working closely with Operations leadership for the continuation of training, mentoring, and technical standards across the team.
  • Provide regular performance feedback. 
  • Collaborate with technical managers and support projects as needed.
  • Assist with training and development of art handling staff when required.
  • Perform Art Handler/Driver duties as scheduled in line with company standards. 
  • Support additional projects as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Skills:
  • Strong team player with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
  • 5–7 years of experience in art handling and logistics. 
  • Proven experience working with art professionals. 
  • Demonstrated leadership and people-management. 
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills.
  • Physically capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy loads (up to 150 lbs with equipment and 50 lbs). 
  • Clean driving record with experience operating 24-foot box trucks. 
If this sounds like a job of interest, please apply below! 
 

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