Estate Sale Team Member (Staging + Sales Support)

Estate Sale Team Member (Staging + Sales Support) Family Nest Twin Cities South Minneapolis, MN Job Details Contract $12 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Pricing Interpersonal skills Packing Customer service Moving Research Customer inquiry handling Cleaning Mobile devices Full Job Description Help families through meaningful transitions while creating beautifully organized estate sales

FAST FACTS

Start Date:

May 11 (paid training cycle begins)

Location:

Twin Cities Metro (work takes place in various client homes)

Schedule:

Project-based (varies by client) Typical project timeline:

Setup:

3-4 days (Monday-Friday)

Estate Sale:

1-3 days (Thursday-Saturday)

Clean Out:

1-2 days (weekdays) Weekly schedules vary depending on active projects. Some weeks may include a mix of setup, sale days, and clean out work. Availability for full project cycles (multi-day commitment) is strongly preferred.

Typical Hours:

Setup Days:

~6-6.5 hours

Sale Days:

~5.5 hours

Clean Out Days:

~6-8 hours

Pay:

$12/hour (paid training cycle: full setup + sale + clean out) $15/hour (after successful training cycle) $20/hour (Team Lead opportunities)

Position Type:

1099

Independent Contractor Work Style:

Onsite, active, team-based Reliable transportation required (locations vary by project)

WHO WE ARE

Family Nest Twin Cities South is a boutique transition company that helps families navigate downsizing, moving, and estate sales. This work is about more than organizing and selling items.

Our clients are often:

Letting go of a lifetime of belongings Supporting aging parents Navigating loss or major life transitions We bring calm, structure, and care into what can feel overwhelming. We are building a team of people who show up, think on their feet, and treat every home with respect.

WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT

This is not retail. This is not just cleaning or sorting.

You will:

Transform full homes into thoughtfully staged estate sales Help create an organized, welcoming shopping experience Support families during meaningful transitions If you enjoy organizing, problem-solving, and working with people, this role is both active and rewarding.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

We promote from within. Team Lead roles ($20/hour) Increased hours as the business grows Opportunity to take on more responsibility over time We are looking for people who want to grow with us and become part of the core team.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

You might be a strong fit if: You are dependable and show up on time You are a team player and communicate well You think quickly and problem-solve in real time You are comfortable making decisions (including pricing items) You have an eye for organizing and staging items in a way that attracts buyers You are tech-comfortable (smartphone, apps, basic online research) You remain calm and professional with all types of shoppers You are respectful of clients, homes, and belongings

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Setup & Staging Sort, organize, and prepare household items Research and price items using your phone and online tools Stage items in a visually appealing, retail-style layout Sale Days Assist shoppers and answer questions Work as cashier or sales floor support Maintain organization throughout the sale Handle pricing questions and navigate negotiations professionally Clean Out Days Pack remaining items Sort and document donations Assist with haul-out preparation Sweep, vacuum, and reset the home

IMPORTANT NOTES

(PLEASE READ) Active role: standing, bending, lifting (generally 20-40 lbs — know your limits) Must have a smartphone with reliable internet access Must be comfortable researching and pricing items independently Some homes may be dusty or have environmental factors (allergies may be impacted) Contractors are responsible for their own protective gear (recommended: masks, gloves) Flexible eating schedule is helpful — we encourage breaks, but days can move quickly

TRAINING PROCESS

Your training period includes a full project cycle: Setup Sale days Clean out After completion, we will review performance and determine placement on the regular team and pay increase.

APPLICATION PROCESS 1.

Submit:

Resume Short message or cover letter about yourself 2. Virtual Interview (Google Meet, ~15 minutes) 3. Paid Training Cycle (full project) 4.

Team Placement Decision Note:

Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process.

TO APPLY

Please send: Your resume A brief introduction about yourself Why this type of work interests you Your availability

Pay:

$12.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person