Estate Sales & Senior Relocation Packing & Sorting Specialist

Caring Transitions; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Caring Transitions of La Mesa is a premier, locally owned transition firm providing white-glove solutions for seniors and families. We seek team members with a heart for service and an eye for detail who can work part-time on project-based schedules in La Mesa and surrounding areas.

Join us to support older adults during major life transitions while developing leadership, project management, and asset valuation skills in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Able to stand for long periods and lift 30+ pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle for travel between project sites.
• Smartphone access for scheduling, time-keeping, and real-time updates.
• Part-time hours vary by project; scheduling is project-based.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize household goods; determine fair market value for items ranging from vintage collectibles to everyday essentials.
• Pack and unpack treasures with care to ensure items are staged properly in the client’s new residence.
• Move supplies and boxes within the home; assist with lifting decor and light furniture for sale preparation.
• Estate staging to present a polished environment for estate sales and online auctions.
• Use project management and auction apps to catalog inventory and track results.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Integrity

Job description

Packing & Sorting Specialist

La Mesa / San Diego Part-Time

Caring Transitions of La Mesa is a premier, locally owned transition firm dedicated to providing "White-Glove" solutions for seniors and families. We are seeking team members who don't just want a job, but who have a heart for service and an eye for detail.

We specialize in high-stakes downsizing, premium estate sales, and expert relocation. If you are a professional who believes that every item in a home has a story and every client deserves a seamless transition, you belong on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Meaningful Impact: Directly support older adults and families in your local community during major life transitions.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to hone your leadership, project management, and asset valuation skills.
• Hospitality Culture: Join a supportive, fun-loving team that values "Continuous Improvement" and celebrates every successful "Broom-Clean" finish.
• Flexibility: Dynamic part-time scheduling (including weekdays and weekends) tailored to our project-based workflow.

You Are a Great Fit If You

• Lead with Empathy: You are a naturally compassionate listener who enjoys working with seniors and their families.
• Own the Outcome: You are results-driven, curious, and never judgmental when entering a client's private space.
• Value Integrity: You understand that "Customer Service" means treating a client's 50-year-old collection with the same respect as a luxury asset.

Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Curation & Research: Sort and organize household goods; perform research to determine fair market value for unique items (from vintage collectibles to everyday essentials).
• "White-Glove" Packing: Safely pack and unpack treasures, ensuring they are staged perfectly in the client’s new residence.
• On-Site Logistics: Move supplies and boxes within the home; assist with the lifting of décor and light furniture to prepare a home for sale.
• Estate Staging: Transform a lived-in home into a polished, high-traffic environment for our professional estate sales and online auctions.
• Digital Integration: Use our project management and auction apps to catalog inventory and track your "Scoreboard" results.

Job Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to stand for long periods and lift 30+ pounds comfortably.
• Professional Reliability: Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are essential for travel between our East County project sites.
• Tech Proficiency: Consistent access to a smartphone for scheduling, time-keeping, and real-time project updates.
• Availability: Part-time hours vary by project; please include your general availability when applying.

Compensation

• Base Pay: $18–$20 per hour (based on experience).
• Hours: 15-20 hours per week to start, with the opportunity to increase based on performance.