Experienced Mover

About the Role

The Downsizers is hiring for an Experienced Mover to join our growing team. This role is designed for movers who already understand professional moving standards and take pride in safe handling efficiency and respectful client interaction. Our projects primarily support seniors and families during major life transitions where experience and professionalism are essential.

What Were Looking For

This position is best suited for experienced movers not entry-level candidates.

You should already be comfortable with:

• Professional loading and unloading of moving trucks using safe efficient techniques and ensuring item protection
• Furniture disassembly/reassembly and protection
• Safe lifting loading and unloading practices
• Working efficiently on deadline-driven moves
• Interacting respectfully with clients in sensitive situations

Adaptability reliability positivity and a calm demeanor are essential.

Role Purpose (Why This Role Exists)  

The Mover supports the safe efficient and respectful transport of client belongings during moves estate liquidations and downsizing projects. This role exists to ensure items are prepared loaded transported unloaded and placed with care while providing a calm professional and service-oriented experience for clients during often stressful transitions.

Working as part of a moving team the Mover follows project instructions safety standards and company procedures while representing The Downsizers values and commitment to exceptional client care.

This role is also responsible for clearly communicating job completion through same-day project feed updates including photos notes and any required contracts or documentation to ensure accurate records and smooth follow-through.

Why This Role Is Different

Most of our projects are shuttle-style moves involving the careful transport and delivery of items to family members consignment partners auction destinations or new locations within senior living communities. Moves often take place in phases and require attention to detail organization and clear communication rather than high-speed bulk hauling.

This is not standard residential or commercial moving. Our clients rely on us for guidance care and confidence during significant life transitions. If youre an experienced mover looking for meaningful professional work where your skills truly matter this role offers both purpose and stability.

Qualifications :

Core Accountabilities  

1. Preparation Loading Transporting Unloading and Placement

• Properly prepare wrap and protect furniture artwork appliances and household items for transport
• Thorough prep of project by reading both shift and feed notes prior to arriving on site.
• Pack and unpack items carefully to prevent damage or breakage
• Load items into moving trucks safely and efficiently
• Unload items and place them according to client or on-site direction
• Taking photos of completed projects and posting them to feed with update before leaving project

2. Move-Day Execution & Client Support

• Follow direction from the floor plan on-site Project Manager and/or Team Lead as needed remaining willing to make adjustments for client satisfaction during the process
• Respond professionally and respectfully to client questions and concerns
• Provide a high level of service to clients families and partners during move days

3. Safety Equipment & Vehicle Support

• Follow all safety procedures related to lifting carrying loading and moving items
• Assist with daily and weekly truck maintenance (trash removal daily fueled as needed and weekly: supplies organized safety equipment tires and fluids)
• Handle equipment tools and vehicles responsibly to prevent damage or injury

4. Documentation Communication & Issue Reporting

• Communicate clearly with team members throughout the move
• Submit Issue Reports with required details and photos for any damaged items
• Make recommendations for procedure changes to prevent damage or issues in the future
• Use required tools or applications for time reporting and project updates as assigned

5. Teamwork Training & Culture

• Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects efficiently
• Assist with onboarding or training of new movers as directed
• Assist other team members with additional tasks as needed
• Model The Downsizers Core Values and professional standards

Additional Information :

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in moving logistics warehouse or physically demanding work required
• Ability to safely lift carry and move items up to 75 pounds and navigate stairs regularly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Clear communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable punctual and team-oriented
• Comfortable using a smartphone and basic applications for scheduling and time reporting

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Working Style & Expectations

• Physically capable safety-focused flexible and dependable
• Calm and professional in fast-paced or stressful environments
• Willing to take direction and support team success
• Client-focused with respect for homes belongings and personal circumstances

Additional Requirements

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to/from truck pickup locations
• CDL not required
• Ability to safely drive an 18 moving truck
• Fluent clear English communication
• Motivation to help others and work as part of a team
• Successful completion of background check
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Compensation and Benefits:

• Medical Dental and Vision Benefit Package offered to employees that average 30 hours per week
• Hourly rate: $22-25/hour
• Flexible Scheduling
• Workers Compensation
• Paid Training
• 401(k) Plan and 401(k) Match
• Paid Volunteer Opportunity towards Community Service
• Paid Team Events
• T-shirts and Sweatshirts Provided
• Company-sponsored Events

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time