Moving Specialist – Seasonal Part-Time (Toronto)

Storagehotel•Toronto, ON

37d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to hire a seasonal Moving Specialist to join our first-class operations team in Toronto, Canada. This is a role perfect for post-secondary students looking for seasonal or part-time work in April and/or September! In this role, you will primarily be responsible for safely and efficiently moving, organizing, and transporting items. The role involves working on a high-performing team, repeatedly lifting items up to 50lbs in weight on your own, using equipment, sorting items, labeling, documenting, minor customer service, and following a strict schedule. The job is fast-paced and requires quick problem solving and decision-making. We will make sure to train you in every aspect. This is a unique opportunity to have a direct impact in serving customers, and developing with the fastest growing student storage company in Canada. The ideal candidate is someone who is dedicated, organized, willing to learn, has integrity, and is committed to providing a high level of effort and service during every interaction.

Requirements

Ability to safely and repeatedly lift items up to 50lbs on your own
Quick problem-solving and decision-making abilities under fast-paced and high-pressure environments
Exceptional time management and prioritization skills
Able to effectively work both independently and as a part of a cross-functional team
Strong customer service skills and a high degree of professionalism
Willingness to proactively learn, take feedback, improve, and grow
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Technological literacy

Nice To Haves

Experience in moving, item handling, operations, and logistics is a plus, but not required
Having a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a box truck and cargo van is a plus, but not required
A smartphone with data connection is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently moving, organizing, and transporting customer items
Responsibly transporting items to and from the customer's residence and the moving truck
Accurately labeling, recording, weighing, and taking photos of items for documentation
Staying on a fast-paced schedule, and quick problem solving when running behind or facing unexpected difficulties
Ensuring the safety of items during transportation, and proactively preventing loss or damage
Using tools and equipment such as dollies, hand trucks, ratchet straps, lift gates, and moving blankets
Communicating with other team members to ensure all processes and procedures are performed correctly
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of moving trucks, tools, and equipment
Ensuring a high level of professionalism and high customer service levels
Availability to work during key months (April and/or September)