Just Better Moving is hiring experienced piano movers to join our team. This position is specifically for movers who have hands-on professional piano moving experience . While the role will also include residential and household moving, applicants must already have experience safely moving pianos. Responsibilities Professionally move upright, console, spinet, baby grand, grand, and other pianos. Safely disassemble, prepare, pad, wrap, secure, transport, and reassemble pianos. Navigate pianos through stairs, tight hallways, doorways, turns, elevators, and other challenging spaces. Properly use piano-moving equipment, including piano boards/skids, dollies, straps, pads, ramps, and related equipment. Protect customers' pianos, furniture, flooring, walls, railings, and property throughout the move. Properly load and secure pianos inside box trucks and moving vans for local and long-distance transportation. Perform standard household moving when assigned, including wrapping, loading, transporting, and unloading furniture, boxes, and other household goods. Work closely with crew leaders and other movers to safely complete difficult or heavy moves. Maintain a professional and respectful attitude when interacting with customers. Assist with keeping trucks, moving equipment, pads, straps, and other equipment organized and in good condition.
REQUIRED
Qualifications Professional piano moving experience is
REQUIRED
for this position.
Applicants must have:
Previous hands-on experience working as a professional piano mover . Experience moving both upright and grand/baby grand pianos . Knowledge of proper grand piano breakdown, preparation, and setup. Experience safely handling pianos on stairs and in difficult access situations. Familiarity with professional piano-moving equipment and proper lifting/handling techniques. Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and maneuvering heavy furniture and equipment. Ability to work effectively as part of a moving crew. Reliable transportation to work and dependable attendance. Professional appearance and communication with customers. General household moving experience alone does not qualify as piano-moving experience. Candidates who have never professionally moved pianos should not apply for this position. Preferred Qualifications Several years of professional piano-moving experience. Experience with high-end, antique, concert, or specialty pianos. Experience with difficult stair carries and challenging access situations. Experience with long-distance piano transportation. Household moving and furniture-moving experience. Valid driver's license and experience driving commercial moving vehicles is a plus. What We're Looking For We're looking for experienced movers who understand that piano moving is a specialized trade. The right candidate knows how to assess a piano and its surroundings, choose the proper equipment and approach, communicate with the crew, and move the instrument without damaging the piano or the customer's property. This is a hands-on position that includes both specialty piano moving and general household moving , with piano moving being a core part of the role.
Job Type:
Full-time /
Part-time Location:
Rockaway, New Jersey Compensation:
Based on experience
Experience Required:
Professional piano moving experience
Pay:
$22.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 60.0 per week People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
