Professional Mover & Driver - Senior Relocation & Estate Cleanouts
- Houston, United States
- Senior Level
- Posted
Job Title: Estate Relocation Specialist / Professional Mover-Driver
Professional Movers/Drivers are critical team members responsible for executing high-quality residential and commercial moves. This role requires physical strength, technical skill in handling and protecting items, professional driving expertise, and a compassionate approach to supporting clients during significant life transitions.
About Caring Transitions
Caring Transitions of Houston Metro & Sugar Land is a trusted provider of move management, online estate sales, and clean-out services. Our mission is to help families and individuals navigate life's transitions with ease and compassion. We are seeking skilled movers who can deliver exceptional service and support our commitment to making moving experiences smooth and stress-free.
Join us in making a difference in our community, one transition at a time!
Responsibilities
- Pick up and return Enterprise trucks for scheduled moves
- Safely operate and maintain Sprinter high roof van
- Safely operate moving vehicles while adhering to all traffic safety regulations
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Expertly pack items using appropriate boxes, padding, and wrapping techniques to ensure maximum protection during transit
- Carefully organize and label boxes for efficient loading, transportation, and unloading
- Assess items for special handling requirements, including fragile, valuable, or oversized items
- Skillfully disassemble and reassemble furniture, including beds, tables, shelving units, and other complex pieces
- Properly pad and protect furniture using moving blankets, stretch wrap, and custom protection methods
- Ensure furniture is secure and prevents damage during transportation
- Efficiently load moving trucks using strategic placement to maximize space and minimize item movement
- Safely unload items at destination, placing them in designated areas as directed by the client
- Use proper lifting techniques to prevent injury and protect items
- Maintain a professional, courteous, and empathetic demeanor with clients, particularly seniors
- Communicate clearly and effectively about moving processes and potential challenges
- Provide guidance and reassurance throughout the moving process
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional driving experience
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Physical strength and stamina to lift and move items weighing up to 200 lbs (with team assistance)
- Excellent verbal, written, and auditory communication skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent spatial awareness and ability to visualize furniture placement
- Patience and empathy when working with clients during significant life transitions
Basic technology skills for communication and documentation
- May require weekend or evening hours to accommodate client schedules
- Must be able to work effectively in various weather conditions and indoor/outdoor environments
- Requires continuous physical movement, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items
- Ability to quickly and safely adjust body position when handling large or awkward items
Preferred
- Experience in senior services, moving, or related roles is preferred
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives
- Supportive team atmosphere
- Training and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation $19-$25/hr
Qualifications
Reside 25 miles from 77477 and/or 25 miles from 77057
Physical/Environmental Requirements
- Team lifting and moving heavy items up to 200 lbs, requiring coordinated effort with another team member.
- Ability to safely lift and carry individual items up to 80 lbs independently
- Consistently perform physical tasks involving bending, stretching, and reaching
- Maintain physical stamina to perform sustained physical labor throughout a full work shift
- Walking and/or standing in varying environments including client homes and senior living communities
- Ability to navigate different environments, including stairs, elevators, and uneven surfaces
- Capable of operating a moving vehicle for extended periods
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about helping clients through life transitions and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Caring Transitions of Houston Metro & Sugar Land is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
