How to hire a mover helper

How to hire a mover helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step mover helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a mover helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mover helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your mover helper job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a mover helper for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a mover helper to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a mover helper that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of mover helper salaries for various roles:

   Type of Mover Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Mover Helper	Hand laborers and material movers manually move freight, stock, or other materials. Others feed or remove material to and from machines, clean vehicles, pick up unwanted household goods, and pack materials for moving.	$12-18
   Package Handler	A package handler's primary duty is to place and load correct packages to delivery vehicles and review inventory upon shipments. Package handlers are responsible for analyzing product labels to make sure that the items are accurately processed... Show more	$12-19
   Warehouseman	A warehouseman or warehouse worker is the person who assists with the inventory, shipping, and receiving of items in warehouses. Warehousemen receive and process incoming materials and stocks, along with picking and filling orders from the store... Show more	$14-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Work Ethic
   • Customer Service
   • Office Furniture
   • Load Trucks
   • Household Goods
   • Delivery Vehicle
   • Office Equipment
   • Dollies
   • Safety Rules
   • Hoisting
   • Load Furniture
   • Professional Conduct
   • Customers Homes
   • Production Sheets

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   Responsibilities:

   • Utilize a variety of moving equipment including carrying straps, dollies, and hand trucks to ensure safe handling of belongings.
   • Help make sheet metal pans for metal roof jobs, heat weld seams and patches on PVC rubber roofs.
   • Install components to heating/ cooling equipment, such as air ducts, vents, pipes and A/C units, following blueprints.
   • Help install duct systems, furnaces, a/c's, roof top units, and vents for furnaces and exhaust fans.
   • Demonstrate Santa's products and crafts and operate wonderland bakery
   • Fast pace working environment that require courteous and professional communication with clients, efficient teamwork, great organizational skills.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the mover helper job description is a good way to get more applicants. A mover helper salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a mover helper in Alabama may be lower than in Minnesota, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level mover helper. Additionally, a mover helper with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average mover helper salary

   $15.74hourly

   $32,737 yearly

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   Entry-level mover helper salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average mover helper salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Colorado	$40,615	$20
   2	Massachusetts	$39,644	$19
   3	Washington	$39,109	$19
   4	Oregon	$37,356	$18
   5	California	$37,038	$18
   6	New Mexico	$34,959	$17
   7	New York	$34,913	$17
   8	Pennsylvania	$33,419	$16
   9	Ohio	$33,401	$16
   10	Illinois	$33,025	$16
   11	New Jersey	$32,901	$16
   12	South Carolina	$31,937	$15
   13	Kansas	$31,386	$15
   14	Tennessee	$30,800	$15
   15	Texas	$30,039	$14
   16	Georgia	$29,483	$14
   17	Indiana	$29,413	$14
   18	North Carolina	$28,930	$14
   19	Virginia	$28,391	$14
   20	Florida	$26,074	$13

   Average mover helper salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Iron Mountain	$34,077	$16.38
   2	Clutter	$33,935	$16.31
   3	Corovan	$33,920	$16.31	6
   4	Exela Technologies	$32,810	$15.77
   5	Vertex	$31,531	$15.16
   6	Covan World Wide Movers	$31,421	$15.11
   7	Express Employment Indy South	$28,670	$13.78	2
   8	SmartTalent	$28,203	$13.56
   9	The Salvation Army	$25,211	$12.12	10

4. Writing a mover helper job description

   A job description for a mover helper role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a mover helper job description:

   Mover helper job description example

   Coleman Worldwide Moving is seeking loaders, packers, movers, and warehouse personnel for our various service centers. We are in need of people who are hardworking, and energetic. This a great opportunity for anyone interested in earning good pay and a job in which you stay active. This is an ideal summer job for College students as well as those that want a long lasting career.
   
   Coleman Worldwide Moving has been in business since 1914 with 104+ years of experience and we invite you to come join OUR TEAM!
   Wrap household goods for transit Perform packing jobs as necessary Lift and carry household goods between residence and vehicle Assist as needed in loading trucks and/or containers for forward movement via interstate commerce Pre-trip inspections alongside drivers of all aspects of equipment including truck interior, straps and tensioners, walk-boards,etc. Complete household goods inventory Perform work at warehouse as needed Other duties as assigned
   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
   Must be willing to travel (local, intrastate and interstate) Good communications skills
   Required Education and Experience:
   Required: High school diploma or GED
   Working Conditions:
   Indoors and outdoors Lifting of objects up to 50 pounds Frequent squatting and bending Frequent use of stairs
   Coleman Worldwide Moving Benefits for Employees (not applicable for seasonal employees if not stated):
   VACATION PAY after 1 year employment Array of voluntary health benefits including but not limited to (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and more) Holiday pay after 90 days for Full Time employees (Seasonal Included) Referral Programs
   College StudentsWe also offer a summer Intern SCHOLARSHIP Program!
   Coleman Worldwide Moving proudly supports post-secondary education in our communities and will offer the following scholarship program to qualifying summer interns to assist them with tuition in the coming year. Funding amounts are paid out directly to the Associate to assist with their various student expenses. $500 scholarship* towards your post-secondary education for the first** full summer internship. $750 scholarship* towards your post-secondary education for the second** full summer internship $1,000 scholarship* towards your post-secondary education for the third** or more full summer internship Must be summer seasonal Associate employed as Helper, Packer, Driver, Warehouseman, or other Service Center Operational, non-management position. Must show proof of enrollment in school for current year's fall classes. Must work full time through scheduled season (accommodations made for school dates). Supervisor acknowledgement of good work performance and attendance also required.
   Coleman Worldwide Moving (and affiliated companies) (collectively "CWM") is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Policy prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or other protected status. CWM will continue to support and promote equal employment opportunity, human dignity, and cultural diversity. This policy applies to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, Company sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs. This commitment is made by CWM in accordance with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations
   
   Only applications submitted within three months of the review period will be considered for employment. Please submit another application for further review after the review period elapses.
   Take part in a company that has been successful for over 100 years and is still growing - join the Coleman Team today!

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5. Post your job

   To find the right mover helper for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with mover helpers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit mover helpers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your mover helper job on Zippia to find and recruit mover helper candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit mover helpers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mover helper

   Once you have selected a candidate for the mover helper position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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