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ABOUT UOVO

Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.

At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate.

As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!

Dispatcher, Houston

UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks a Dispatcher to join its dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, experience working in Houston art services and transportation industries and will be comfortable scheduling and project managing daily transport operations for UOVO’s trucking fleet. The Dispatcher will report to UOVO’s Technical Services Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities

Efficient scheduling of all Transport work in conjunction with the Technical Services Supervisor and the Transportation Coordinators, including but not limited to deliveries, collects, offsite installations and de-installations, large-scale pack jobs and art fairs, prioritizing safety of property and positive client experience.
Manage and allocate art handler/driver assignments on UOVO’s operational systems, ensuring all Transport team members have the information necessary to complete their daily assignments.
In coordination with the Technical Services Supervisor, assess Transport labor needs daily, liaising with adjacent departments to ensure overall efficiency on shared manpower needs.
Ability to work on-site and off-site as needed for client requests.
Escalate any labor-related concerns to the Technial Services Supervisor as needed.
Accurate updates and tracking of daily truck deliveries, collections and installations and offsite art logistics.
Liaise between various departments to problem solve and prepare for upcoming work, providing timely feedback when required.
Daily client communication via confirmation emails which clearly summarize the scope of upcoming service requests.
Work across various departments to problem solve and prepare for upcoming work.
Schedule art handler/driver assignments and driving hours in accordance with DOT regulations and internal man-hour tracking.
Adhere to all company policies and ethical standards.
In conjunction with other key stakeholders, work with other UOVO locations to streamline product offerings and establish best practices as it pertains to scheduling.
Other tasks as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented, dynamic environment
Experience handling 2D and 3D artworks
Excellent customer service as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to balance being a team player and taking initiative when necessary
Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead
Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
Ability to safely operate a forklift preferred
Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies, scissor lifts, genie lifts and other necessary warehouse equipment
Interest or experience in learning inventory management systems

This in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s Houston facility five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.

UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:

100% employer-covered medical plan option for team membersas well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
Company-Sponsored Parental Leave policy
Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of team member contributions.
Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
Team member Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)

About UOVO

UOVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment for all team members. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical

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