Installation and Delivery Technician

Description

For more than 113 years, M.S. Rau has been a global leader in fine art, exquisite antiques, and rare jewelry. Our gallery in the heart of New Orleans is recognized worldwide for offering museum-quality works to collectors, museums, and luxury clients across the globe.

While the objects we handle are extraordinary, it is our people who make the difference. We believe in accountability, teamwork, craftsmanship, and taking pride in doing difficult work exceptionally well. If you're looking for a career where precision matters, teamwork is essential, and every day presents a new challenge, we'd like to meet you.

Our Installation and Delivery Technicians are trusted with safely moving, packing, installing, and transporting some of the world's most valuable artworks, antiques, and rare objects. Whether you're an experienced art handler or have developed your skills in moving, logistics, military service, installation, or another hands-on profession, you'll find an opportunity to build a unique career protecting and transporting some of the world's most extraordinary objects.

Every move matters. Every object is irreplaceable. Every team member is trusted to do the job right.

• Safely load, unload, move, and position artwork, antiques, and display furniture throughout the gallery and warehouse
• Pack, crate, and prepare fragile and high-value inventory for local, national, and international transportation
• Drive company box trucks to transport inventory to clients, exhibitions, vendors, and events
• Deliver artwork to client homes and businesses while providing exceptional white-glove service
• Secure inventory during transport using proper loading and tie-down techniques
• Complete condition inspections before and after transport

• Install artwork and antiques using appropriate mounting hardware, tools, and equipment
• Assist with gallery installations, exhibitions, merchandising, and special events
• Help maintain gallery presentation standards through careful movement and placement of inventory
• Support inventory processing, receiving, and organization

• Work closely with teammates to safely move oversized, awkward, and delicate objects
• Operate dollies, pallet jacks, forklifts, ladders, lifts, and other material-handling equipment safely
• Follow established handling procedures that protect both employees and inventory
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Two or more years of experience moving, transporting, installing, packing, or handling fragile, oversized, or high-value items
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and maneuver heavy objects with assistance throughout the workday
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, ladders, and material-handling equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to doing the job correctly every time
• Professional attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team

We encourage candidates with experience in any of the following to apply:

• Professional moving companies
• Military logistics or transportation
• White-glove delivery services
• Furniture delivery or installation
• Warehouse or shipping operations
• Trade show or exhibit installation
• Carpentry or skilled trades
• Commercial driving or box truck operation
• Museum or gallery art handling

Previous experience handling fine art is welcomed but not required. We provide comprehensive training in museum-quality art handling, packing, installation, and logistics, giving you the opportunity to develop specialized skills while working with some of the world's most extraordinary objects.

The people who succeed in this role are those who:

• Enjoy physically active, hands-on work
• Take pride in protecting valuable property
• Stay calm under pressure
• Work well on a team
• Understand that attention to detail prevents costly mistakes
• Enjoy solving logistical challenges
• Value…