Job Description
Overview
CORT Tradeshow and Events is hiring immediately for a full-time Delivery Assistant in Woodridge, IL!
The Delivery Assistant works collaboratively as part of the Operations team and alongside our delivery drivers. You will be responsible for loading, delivering, and installing furniture at Tradeshow and Event venues. Help us create memorable celebrations by delivering furniture to festivals, weddings, corporate events, or even the Superbowl!
Pay: $18 / hour depending on experience
Schedule: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the business, weekends are required.
This CORT Events location covers 12 states. Our Delivery Assistants will have the opportunity to travel regionally and will help with the set-up of events throughout the area. Travel expectations for this position are 30-40% with hotel and meal per diem covered during the out-of-town deliveries.
What We Offer
• Hourly pay rate; weekly pay; paid training; 40 hours/week with occasional overtime opportunities
• Promote from within culture
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts and perks
Responsibilities
• Unload and install furniture at venues according to floorplans or instructions
• Interact face to face with our clients and provide a positive customer experience
• Repair, clean, or replace damaged furniture onsite as needed
• Participate in pre-delivery meetings to ensure a successful event delivery
• Assist with loading/unloading furniture in the warehouse pre or post event as needed
Qualifications
• Willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime
• Must pass drug screening (does not include THC), background checks as a condition of employment. CORT also participates in the E-Verify program.
• Physically able and willing to move furniture indoors, outdoors, up or down stairs and in all weather conditions; ability to lift 100+ pounds with a partner
About CORT Events
CORT, a part of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, is the nation's leading provider of transition services, including furniture rental for home and office, event furnishings, destination services, apartment locating, touring and other services. With more than 100 offices, showrooms and clearance centers across the United States, operations in the United Kingdom and partners in more than 80 countries around the world, no other furniture rental company can match CORT's breadth of services.
For more information on CORT Events, visit www.CORTevents.com.
Working for CORT Events
For more information on careers at CORT, visit https://careers.cort.com/
CORT Conducts background checks as a condition of employment and participates in the E-Verify program.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Pursuant to the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance for participating locations, CORT will consider all qualified applicants to include those who may have criminal history records. Check your city government website for specific fair chance hiring information
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no set deadline to apply to this position. When it is determined that new applications will no longer be accepted, due to the positions being filled or a high volume of applicants has been received, this job advertisement will be removed.
CORT Tradeshow and Events is hiring immediately for a full-time Delivery Assistant in Woodridge, IL!
The Delivery Assistant works collaboratively as part of the Operations team and alongside our delivery drivers. You will be responsible for loading, delivering, and installing furniture at Tradeshow and Event venues. Help us create memorable celebrations by delivering furniture to festivals, weddings, corporate events, or even the Superbowl!
Pay: $18 / hour depending on experience
Schedule: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the business, weekends are required.
This CORT Events location covers 12 states. Our Delivery Assistants will have the opportunity to travel regionally and will help with the set-up of events throughout the area. Travel expectations for this position are 30-40% with hotel and meal per diem covered during the out-of-town deliveries.
What We Offer
• Hourly pay rate; weekly pay; paid training; 40 hours/week with occasional overtime opportunities
• Promote from within culture
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts and perks
Responsibilities
• Unload and install furniture at venues according to floorplans or instructions
• Interact face to face with our clients and provide a positive customer experience
• Repair, clean, or replace damaged furniture onsite as needed
• Participate in pre-delivery meetings to ensure a successful event delivery
• Assist with loading/unloading furniture in the warehouse pre or post event as needed
Qualifications
• Willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime
• Must pass drug screening (does not include THC), background checks as a condition of employment. CORT also participates in the E-Verify program.
• Physically able and willing to move furniture indoors, outdoors, up or down stairs and in all weather conditions; ability to lift 100+ pounds with a partner
About CORT Events
CORT, a part of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, is the nation's leading provider of transition services, including furniture rental for home and office, event furnishings, destination services, apartment locating, touring and other services. With more than 100 offices, showrooms and clearance centers across the United States, operations in the United Kingdom and partners in more than 80 countries around the world, no other furniture rental company can match CORT's breadth of services.
For more information on CORT Events, visit www.CORTevents.com.
Working for CORT Events
For more information on careers at CORT, visit https://careers.cort.com/
CORT Conducts background checks as a condition of employment and participates in the E-Verify program.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Pursuant to the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance for participating locations, CORT will consider all qualified applicants to include those who may have criminal history records. Check your city government website for specific fair chance hiring information
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no set deadline to apply to this position. When it is determined that new applications will no longer be accepted, due to the positions being filled or a high volume of applicants has been received, this job advertisement will be removed.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Delivery Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Woodridge offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
