Fleet & Warehouse Assistant

About the Company

At Move-tastic!, we don’t just move boxes—we move people! As Chicago's premier moving company, we take pride in our energetic, supportive, and high-productivity culture. We live by our core values: Get Sh!t Done, We Care, Be Honest, and—most importantly—Have Fun!

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated, trustworthy, and reliable Fleet & Warehouse Assistant to keep our engine running smoothly behind the scenes. If you are a self-starter who loves keeping things neat, clean, and organized, this stable part-time role is perfect for a student or anyone looking for a rock-solid weekend schedule!

Responsibilities

Warehouse Maintenance & Upkeep

• Keep it Clean: Maintain an organized, sparkling-clean warehouse (including the materials cage, workshop, and main floors) so it's ready for the week. Sweep and mop the lounge, kitchen, and restrooms.
• Parking Lot Care: Keep the exterior property tight by picking up loose trash along the fence lines and truck parking zones.
• Gear Restoration: Track the "Shame Rack" by documenting items left behind. Manage the Lost & Found, organize laundry missions to the local laundromat for blankets/floor runners, and process disposal "Dump Missions" via company trucks.
• Receive Shipments: Occassionally receive shipments of inbound materials and supplies.

Inventory & Supply Management

• Kit Assembly: Build and restock various moving supply kits and TV boxes. Keep loose tape rolls organized and cut fresh 20-foot neoprene floor runners.
• Office & Lounge Fuel: Keep the office fridge and conference rooms fully stocked with water, soda, and sparkling water. Track office supplies and vending stock.
• Uniform Control: Audit, fold, and count incoming uniform apparel stock to keep our ordering numbers accurate.

Fleet Support & Care

• Truck Inspections: Audit moving trucks to clear unreturned specialty materials and count onboard inventory.
• Fleet Aesthetics: Wash truck and van exteriors using an electric pressure washer and detail/vacuum vehicle cabs so they look sharp on the road. Perform some basic aesthetic maintenance (e.g. painting hub caps).
• Maintenance Shuttling: Drive fleet vehicles to the mechanic for scheduled maintenance, repairs, or troubleshooting.

Leadership & Dispatch Support

• Sundays Uniform Checks: Ensure all departing movers are in uniform and upholding company appearance and conduct standards.
• Team Delegation: Take the lead on your tasks and delegate extra duties to the warehouse or bench teams when you need a hand.
• Missions: Assist dispatch with running local supply errands and making deliveries/pickups for moving equipment and supplies.

Storage Operations Assistance & Oversight

• Assist with relocating storage vaults by forklift throughout the facility.
• Provide oversight of inbound storage shipments to ensure adherence with vault loading protocols.

Qualifications

• Positive Mental Attitude (PMA): You bring a great mindset, high energy, and a growth-oriented focus to work every single day.
• Reliability: You are trustworthy, highly accountable, and can work efficiently with minimal direct supervision.
• Driving Record: Must possess a valid standard Driver’s License with a clean driving record (comfortable driving/shuttling box trucks and cargo vans). Prior truck driving experience preferred but not required.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 75 lbs regularly, as well as stand, bend, and move around a warehouse environment for long stretches.
• Weather-Resilient: Comfortable working in an open-air warehouse and washing trucks outdoors (weather permitting).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in warehouses
• Familiarity with inventory systems
• Comfort with the Google Workspace environment
• Forklift experience preferred but not required

Perks & Benefits

• Stable Income: Reliable part-time hours (20-30hrs per week) with predictable weekend scheduling and opportunity to cover shifts during the week as needed.
• Earned Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave fully compliant with the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance.
• Uniform Stipend: While you aren't required to wear a strict uniform, we provide a stipend to keep you looking sharp and comfortable.
• Free Food: Enjoy a free, company-provided end-of-the-month team breakfast!
• Community: Access to annual team outings, company celebrations, and a fun, inclusive workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and workplace culture.