Professional Mover/Driver
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The Staff Pad has partnered with a well-known logistics and warehousing organization, and we are looking to hire a professional, skilled and dependable Mover/Driver for the Chicago, IL location.
The essential duties of this role are to work on all aspects of residential removals, collections, deliveries and installations of personal effects, art and antiques under the management of immediate supervisor. We are looking for skilled Movers with box truck driving experience; art handling experience is a bonus.
This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, your skills are developed, and your commitment to excellence is recognized.
What Youll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily collections and deliveries, both locally and interstate, as required.
- Manage and maintain all documentation while on-site or working in the field, including the completion of condition reports for goods.
- Collaborate with the Driver to ensure vehicles are safe, clean, and fully prepared for each day or trip.
- Verify the goods scheduled for transport against the daily trip sheet or manifest before departure.
- Ensure any amendments to the daily trip manifest are reported to and approved by the Dispatch Manager prior to implementation.
- Safely handle and transport artworks, fragile items, antiques, and fine furniture
- Assist with installation projects as required
- Conduct condition checks and prepare detailed condition reports when necessary
- Pack artworks, antiquities, and fine furniture for transportation and storage
- Assist with the loading and unloading of company vehicles
- When commencing or concluding a workday at a location other than the company premises, complete a manual timesheet and obtain the signature of a supervisor or manager within 24 hours
What We Are Looking For
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience in the handling, packing, transportation, and safe movement of artwork and fine furniture
- Working knowledge of logistics, warehousing, moving, and transportation operations
- Understanding of inventory management processes and a willingness to develop expertise in the handling of furniture, artwork, and antiquities from collection through installation
- Strong problem-solving abilities with the capacity to address challenges effectively and efficiently
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to accurately complete detailed documentation, including inventory records and condition reports
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization in a fast-paced environment
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