{"id":25444,"date":"2023-04-07T20:48:12","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T20:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/?p=25444"},"modified":"2024-03-20T20:47:59","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T20:47:59","slug":"benefits-of-being-a-mover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the benefits of being a mover?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_38 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump Ahead To: <\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#The_advantages_of_a_career_in_moving\" title=\"The advantages of a career in moving\">The advantages of a career in moving<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Flexible_hours_for_movers\" title=\"Flexible hours for movers\">Flexible hours for movers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Every_day_as_a_mover_is_different\" title=\"Every day as a mover is different\">Every day as a mover is different<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Movers_make_good_money\" title=\"Movers make good money\">Movers make good money<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#High_demand_for_movers_means_job_security\" title=\"High demand for movers means job security\">High demand for movers means job security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Room_for_advancement_as_a_mover\" title=\"Room for advancement as a mover\">Room for advancement as a mover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Self-improvement\" title=\"Self-improvement\">Self-improvement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#Setting_yourself_up_for_a_great_future\" title=\"Setting yourself up for a great future\">Setting yourself up for a great future<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-mover\/#What_skills_do_I_need_to_be_a_mover\" title=\"What skills do I need to be a mover?\">What skills do I need to be a mover?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\r\n<p>Considering a career in the moving industry? Excellent choice! Working as a mover is a perfect job for someone who likes problem-solving, flexible working hours, staying fit and new experiences.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\">Bellhop<\/a>, and as a national moving company focused on making moving simple and hassle-free, we have insider knowledge of this industry. In this article, we\u2019re sharing what we know about some of the best benefits of choosing a career as a mover, as well as the challenges. We\u2019ll also talk about what to expect from the work, opportunities for growth, salaries, unexpected perks and more.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-11511 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Why You Should Hire Local Movers Through Bellhop Bellhop Blog\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-768x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Bellhop-Movers-Near-Me-scaled.jpg 1920w\"><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-the-advantages-of-a-career-in-moving\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_advantages_of_a_career_in_moving\"><\/span><strong>The advantages of a career in moving<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Physical fitness:<\/strong> Every job is a workout when you\u2019re a mover, so you can expect that you\u2019ll build and maintain your strength, stamina and overall health.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cOne key advantage that many movers I know agree on is that it&#8217;s essentially a paid workout, said \u00a0Dylan Hendricks, a Bellhop mover based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. \u201cI&#8217;ve seen several people who started as recruits go from out of shape to in shape and fit just from a few months of working as a mover.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And if you\u2019re wondering just how physically challenging the work is, just like any job, there are days that you\u2019ll wonder why you ever decided to choose this particular career.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cI&#8217;d say 50% of the time it is not that strenuous on your body, but sometimes you get a third- floor move with no elevator or a heavy item that will definitely be physically demanding,\u201d said Hendricks. \u201cAnd during the summer months when temps get up to 90-95 degrees it can be extremely demanding if you have a long move that is outside.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flexible_hours_for_movers\"><\/span>Flexible hours for movers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Working as a mover gives you freedom from the 9-5 office routine, and a lot of control over when you want to work.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cYou really do decide your own work schedule as a mover,\u201d said Hendricks. \u201cFor example you can \u201cunclaim\u201d (call off) any job as long as it is not within 72 hours. Also many movers in your market have a group chat where we constantly switch shifts with each other.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And if you like getting your work done early in the morning, or prefer to work in the evenings, moving is definitely a job you\u2019ll want to consider. Ditto if you prefer to be off work when everyone else is working \u2013 weekends are a popular time to move, so you can take off mid-week and not have to battle traffic and crowds wherever you go. Work-life balance is a definite benefit of being a mover.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Every_day_as_a_mover_is_different\"><\/span>Every day as a mover is different<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll get to explore different locations in your town\/city, and potentially your state and other states, depending on what type of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/moving-services\/\">moving services<\/a> the company you work with provides. Many moving companies operate across different regions, so you can explore new places and get paid while you\u2019re doing it.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You meet great people: Moving brings you into contact with people you may never have had the opportunity to meet.\u00a0<\/p><div class=\"getbe-middle\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; \" id=\"getbe-1744578072\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/book\/service\/\" aria-label=\"The Better Way to Move\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"The Better Way to Move\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" width=\"600\" height=\"160\" style=\" max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png 600w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160-300x80.png 300w\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cI did not realize all the business connections you can make from moving people,\u201d said Hendricks. \u201cI have gotten business cards and phone numbers\/emails from numerous successful people in the Chattanooga area. I even received a job offer to work for an interior designer from a Bellhop move, which I accepted last summer.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Movers_make_good_money\"><\/span>Movers make good money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Salaries vary based on the region but generally you\u2019d get paid $20 per hour for entry-level positions such as being part of a move crew. And don\u2019t forget to factor in tips.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cI did not know that you can make extremely good money from tips,\u201d Hendricks said. \u201cSome customers (though not all) will give you solid tips if you complete the move efficiently and have no damages to their items.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_demand_for_movers_means_job_security\"><\/span>High demand for movers means job security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Moving companies are always in demand because people move frequently throughout their lives whether it&#8217;s due to a new job opportunity, need for a fresh start or relocating closer to family members. There will always be jobs available for movers who are willing to work hard and provide excellent service.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Room_for_advancement_as_a_mover\"><\/span>Room for advancement as a mover<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With time and experience, movers can advance to become crew leaders or supervisors. And many companies provide opportunities for movers to eventually take on management positions within the company. If you\u2019re the entrepreneurial type, you can also leverage your experience to start your own moving company.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-improvement\"><\/span>Self-improvement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll also learn or sharpen skills that can help you advance in any career, such as logistics, proactive problem solving and technical skills. Packing up belongings, loading them onto trucks, keeping track of inventory, and dealing with the unexpected (like traffic jams, road closures and weather conditions) to transport people\u2019s belongings safely to their destination requires a sharp and logical mind \u2013 a benefit in business and in life.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setting_yourself_up_for_a_great_future\"><\/span>Setting yourself up for a great future<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Every business needs to be customer-centric to thrive these days, and working as a mover proves that you have the expertise that is in high demand. Movers must have excellent customer service skills to succeed in their careers because they deal directly with customers daily. They must be reliable, punctual and able to communicate well with customers. And they have to be able to solve problems such as such as damaged items or delays in delivery quickly. This means being able to communicate clearly with others, step up to help teammates when needed to ensure customers are happy, and come up with solutions that make everyone feel good.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-11510 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Why You Should Hire Local Movers Through Bellhop Bellhop Blog\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-819x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-1639x2048.jpg 1639w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/bellhop-pets-scaled.jpg 2048w\"><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-what-skills-do-i-need-to-be-a-mover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_skills_do_I_need_to_be_a_mover\"><\/span><strong>What skills do I need to be a mover?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Most reputable moving companies offer training programs to their employees to ensure that they know how to use equipment correctly and safely while keeping customers&#8217; belongings secure during transportation. Training usually includes instruction on packing techniques as well as how to lift heavy items without causing injury or damaging property.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To work as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/movers-and-drivers\/\">mover for Bellhop<\/a>, you need to be over 18 years old, be able to lift 100 pounds, have a smartphone so you can schedule work using our app, a checking account so we can pay you and access to transportation so you can meet your team at a designated site. If you meet those requirements, you need to pass a background check and go through our interview process to make sure you\u2019re a good fit.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We look for people who truly care about others, who constantly identify opportunities to improve and serve our customers and team. We want folks who will get things done the right way, even if it\u2019s the hard way, and never settle for anything less. Our dedication to excellence resulted in Bellhop being named a Best Mover of 2022 by U.S. News and World Report, and our inclusion in the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S. We\u2019re a company that takes pride in doing the right thing for our customers and our people. And we also know that winning is fun!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, yes, working as a mover requires a combination of physical and mental skills that make it both challenging and rewarding. This job isn&#8217;t for everyone but if you enjoy working with your hands while being able to provide excellent customer service, are a problem-solver with dedication and a sense of adventure &#8211; then it could be an ideal career path for you. Interested in learning more? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/being-a-bellhop\/\">moving careers<\/a> page, and if it seems like the right fit, get in touch with us.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Considering a career in the moving industry? Excellent choice! Working as a mover is a perfect job for someone who likes problem-solving, flexible working hours, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":13840,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[1209],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v19.5 (Yoast SEO v19.10) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Are the Benefits of Being a Mover?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Thinking of working as a mover? 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