Moving Jobs in Chicago

• Work SAFE using safety tools and equipment
• Communicate with team members while moving goods
• Use the Home Protection kit on all residential moves
• Push/pull, lift/carry, load and unload up to 100 lbs.
• Pack, Label and Unpack boxes/crates
• Pad/blanket wrap & shrink wrap goods
• Load and Unload goods to and from a truck including: up/down ramps, stairs, tight spaces and elevators
• No damaging goods or property
• Follow direction
• Work efficiently

Job tasks:

• Spotting drivers backing into docks or parking spaces
• Secure ramps on trucks
• Become familiar with all safety and relocation equipment
• Set goods on dollies, hand-trucks or lifts
• Break down boxes and organize equipment in the truck
• Use moving equipment, power tools and hand tools
• Disassemble and reassemble furniture and equipment
• Behave professionally with customers and team members
• Attend continuous training for clearance or skills improvement
• All other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Positive and Team Player Attitude
• High School degree or equivalent
• Read, write, and speak basic English
• Must meet company criminal background check standards
• Work flexible hours (early mornings, late nights & weekends)
• Possess a valid driver’s license *preferred
• Must follow all company policies and safety rules

Compensation: $20 / hour

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer 

CONTACT DAN BENSFIELD 847.621.5179

Mid-West Moving & Storage has immediate openings for CDL-B and CDL-C Straight Truck Driver drivers.

We are a full-service moving company and this position involved loading, transporting, and unloading household goods. Our drivers are leaders for our moving crews and they interact with customers on a daily basis.

Growth opportunity available!

Must meet the requirements of a criminal background check, driving record, physical, drug screen, and all other rules/regulations as required by Federal, State and The Company.

Specific Responsibilities and Duties

• Safely drive all company vehicles (owned or rented) as assigned.
• Perform pre-trip safety inspections on truck of moving equipment, interior and exterior of truck, straps and tensions, walk-boards and more.
• Lead crew in loading shipment on to. or off of truck and efficiently complete job assigned.
• May inspect shipment prior to loading for proper packing and/or wrapping
• Perform accurate inventory of shipment.
• Calculate charges and collect payment from shipper unless otherwise noted on paperwork or by supervisor.
• Must be proficient at packing and loading items on moving van in order to maximize capacity and eliminate any possibility of damage in transporting.
• Know all moving equipment and proper uses for each including dollies, four-wheelers, lift-gates, etc.
• Follow all safety procedures and policies set forth by the Company. Report all violations of such procedures and policies to supervisor.
• Provide and maintain superior customer service.
• Work with dispatch daily, in person or by phone as required to check work schedule unless otherwise directed by supervisor.
• Report to work promptly at dispatched time.

All other duties as assigned.

Specific Skills and Knowledge required:

• Ability to effectively communicate with fellow employees and/or customers.
• Must be willing to travel (local, interstate or intrastate)
• Ability to comprehend and implement oral instructions quickly.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Have comprehensive understanding of moving and storage operations including being proficient at packing and loading.
• Ability to be on time, reliable, and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of DOT regulations / ELD logging systems.

Education and Experience:

• Required- High School Diploma or GED
• Required- Valid Driver’s license
• Required- Good driving record (will be verified)
• Required- Ability to meet background check standards

Compensation:

• CDL-B: $20 – $24 / hour based on experience
• CDL-C: $20 – $24 / hour based on experience

Mid-West Moving & Storage is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer including disabled and veterans. Our policy prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop new corporate business opportunities utilizing referrals, local and professional networking, market research, etc.
• Engage and nurture high return outbound and inbound sales activities
• Create and deliver effective sales presentations
• Travel to corporate locations to conduct visual survey and provide accurate written estimate of services
• Deliver competitive pricing
  Represent Chicago Office Movers at industry events and build professional relationships for new business
• Communicate with our Customer Care Team to ensure customer requirements and expectation are clearly defined for total customer service
• Utilize customer contact software for all sales activity
• Provide best-in-class customer service

 Skills Required:

• Proven track record of exceeding quota
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Develop and maintain customer relationships
• Outstanding time management
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented
• Self-starter who excels at working independently

 Education/Experience:

Corporate relocation experience is preferred; two to five years of direct sales experience; college education or equivalent.

 Benefits:

Competitive Salary, Vacation, PTO, Health Care, 401k with company match and Growth Opportunity.