Packer, Sorter, Organizer, Online Auction Prep (Part-Time)

Caring Transitions of the Black Hills, a local family-owned company, helps seniors and non-seniors make smooth and stress-free transitions from one living situation to another. We specialize in relocation, downsizing, and online auctions. We’re hiring awesome part-time team members for work in the Black Hills area. This is a great opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home moms/dads, summer jobs or anyone who would like to make some extra cash but doesn't require consistent work/schedule.  We typically schedule jobs in daytime hours during the week and occasionally on Saturdays.  If you want interesting, meaningful, hands-on part-time work… we would LOVE to talk to you about joining our team!

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling during the workday and some weekends
• Working with a fun-loving team that’s passionate about helping people
• Make a difference in the lives of local families
• Have direct contact with people in your community
• Easy-going work environment
• Working outside and enjoying the sun (weather permitting)

Job Description:

• You deliver excellent customer service, while safely and efficiently helping clients downsize, relocate, and liquidate through online auctions and in-person pickups. Every day is different. You truly make a difference in the lives of our clients every single day.
• We offer flexibility and part-time work.
• You adapt to new situations, effectively problem solve, able to supervise team.  We are fun to work with, and so are you.
• We offer $12/hour to start.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Daily job could include downsizing, packing and unpacking clients’ belongings, or managing the auction building process.
  • Organize, pack, unpack, and resettle clients in their homes and in senior living communities.
  • Sort items for recycling, donation, disposal, and cleanout.
  • Use hand-held devices to create, photograph, and describe items.
  • Sort, organize, research, label, and handle items for resale.
  • Assist buyers during on-site pickup and sales.
• Stand for long periods, bend, lift (up to 25 pounds), hang items at or above 4 feet, pack/unpack and label boxes, climb stairs. Carry supplies, items, and moving boxes to/from vehicles, within a home or outbuilding.   Not all homes are spotless so you may get your hands dirty.
• Note that we are not movers! We use professional movers for furniture and items over 25 pounds.
• Follow best practices, health and safety requirements, and company guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Compassion and respect for clients and their families.
• Strong verbal communication skills and English fluency.
• Ability to complete tasks and work in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Ability to work 25-35 hours per week including an occasional weekend.
• Willingness to work in cluttered and/or dirty environments. We provide work gloves, aprons, etc.
• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills.
• Punctual and attentive to detail.
• Have transportation, and smartphone access for scheduling, timekeeping, and project management.
• Age 18 years or older with valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must undergo a pre-employment background check