Frog & Toad’s move crew is expanding quickly, and we need more experienced movers to help meet the demand. We want to put together a crew of kind people who support each other in lots of different ways, as our company finds our place in the larger ecosystem of hauling, moving, and reuse work across the region. 

We are hiring 1-3 workers to this role before the end of 2025.

About the Role

The Move Toad is more than just a driver: you’re the steward of the truck, responsible for ensuring that every haul, move, or delivery runs smoothly. You’ll take charge of safely transporting materials, managing on-site logistics, and working closely with your small team of 1-5 other workers to provide excellent service to our clients.

Pay: $25/hr to start

15-25 hrs per week, with more during Summer, up to 40. Move hours are supplemented with Hauling hours when needed (training provided).

Key Responsibilities

Overall responsibilities:

• Be comfortable leading a small crew by communicating compassionately and effectively to crew members

• Ability to prioritize daily tasks efficiently

• Demonstrate courteous and professional communication with a variety of clients. Utilize empathy and non-judgment, as well as confident and firm boundaries when appropriate. The clients we work with may be experiencing shame about their living conditions, be navigating very difficult personal circumstances, or otherwise be experiencing stress that requires calm, direct, and flexible communication during our appointments with them. 

• Keep the truck clean and organized and stocked with necessary supplies and materials 

Pre-Shift Preparation:

• Check the Google Calendar the night before your shift to review the next day’s schedule, start times, and job requirements.

• Communicate with other crew members to confirm the start time and any key details.

• Determine necessary equipment and supplies based on the day's jobs and coordinate with the team to load them onto the truck.

Truck Operations & Driving:

• Arrive at the lot at least 15 minutes early to perform a pre-trip check (fluids, tires, lights, etc.).

• Drive the truck safely to and from appointments, donation sites, and drop-off locations.

• Park safely and strategically, using flashers or cones as needed to maintain a safe work area.

• Utilize G.O.A.L. (Get Out And Look) as well as hand signaling from the rest of the team to safely back up the truck.

Client Communication & Job Execution:

• Initiate a walk-through with the client to confirm the job scope and accuracy of the price estimate before work begins. Fill out necessary paperwork with client.

• If the job scope has changed, discuss adjustments with the client to confirm consent or modify work to fit a set budget. Keep in touch with Crew Lead throughout the job to discuss any changes.

• Thoroughly and efficiently pad and wrap client items, using safe team techniques and a variety of supplies to completely cover and protect surfaces.

• Work with Frog to strategically load the truck, ensuring safety, efficiency, and proper unloading order.

• Be able to use a hand truck or dolly, pads, straps, and other tools to safely move large and heavy items, alone and with a partner.

• Safely utilize hand and power tools to disassemble furniture, remove doors and fixtures, and perform minor repairs. Communicate proactively about unfamiliarity with certain tools or tasks to receive the appropriate training in advance of the need to utilize such skills.

Payments & Documentation:

• Confirm the final price with Dispatch at the end of the job.

• Collect payment (cash, check, or digital) and provide a receipt. If invoicing is needed, collect the client’s email and provide a paper invoice.

• Store receipts and checks in the designated envelope in the cash box and deposit them in the safe at the end of shift.

End-of-Day Wrap-Up:

• Report any material resupply needs (gloves, contractor bags, tape, etc.) or damaged equipment to Crew Lead.

Minimum Qualifications

• Open availability at least 3 days/week including Saturdays. on Saturdays.

• Prior experience working on a moving crew

• Valid Oregon Class C Driver’s license with experience driving box trucks or similar vehicles up to 26,000 GVWR and 26’ in length.

• Clean driving history with no at-fault accidents in the last 3 years

• Strong spatial awareness and ability to safely maneuver large loads.

• Clear communication skills with both clients and coworkers.

• Problem-solving mindset—able to adapt to changes in job scope and logistics.

• Comfortably able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift 100+ lbs repeatedly. Know your body’s safe limits and communicate them clearly as early as possible.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience leading a moving crew, including taking inventory, communicating with clients about contracts, and other project management.

• Familiarity with standard tariff rates and tariff law

• Excellent technical skills with move mechanics, such as wrapping, padding, strapping, hoisting, crating, carting, etc.

• Experience with moving pianos including disassembly and reassembly

Frog & Toad’s Hauling Crew is continuing to grow as there is an ever-greater need for reuse in our area, and we need thoughtful, persistent, and strong people to join us in expanding our capacity. New hires will arrive at a crucial juncture in Frog & Toad’s growth, and be asked to adopt our proven systems and policies as well as assist us in adapting to new conditions. 

About the Role

The Hauling Toad is more than just a driver: you’re the steward of the truck, responsible for ensuring that every haul, move, or delivery runs smoothly. You’ll take charge of safely transporting materials, managing on-site logistics, and working closely with your small team of 1-2 other workers to provide excellent service to our clients.

Pay: $25/hr to start, $27/hr once training is completed (about two months)

10-20 hrs per week, with more during Summer, up to 40. Hauling hours are supplemented with Move hours when needed (training provided).

Key Responsibilities

Overall responsibilities:

• Be comfortable leading a small crew by communicating compassionately and effectively to crew members

• Ability to prioritize daily tasks efficiently

• Demonstrate courteous and professional communication with a variety of clients. Utilize empathy and non-judgment, as well as confident and firm boundaries when appropriate. The clients we work with may be experiencing shame about their living conditions, be navigating very difficult personal circumstances, or otherwise be experiencing stress that requires calm, direct, and flexible communication during our appointments with them. 

• Keep the truck clean and organized and stocked with necessary supplies and materials 

Pre-Shift Preparation:

• Check the Google Calendar the night before your shift to review the next day’s schedule, start times, and job requirements.

• Communicate with Frog to confirm the start time and any key details.

• Determine necessary equipment and supplies based on the day's jobs and coordinate with the team to load them onto the truck.

Truck Operations & Driving:

• Arrive at the lot at least 15 minutes early to perform a pre-trip check (fluids, tires, lights, etc.).

• Drive the truck safely to and from appointments, donation sites, and drop-off locations.

• Park safely and strategically, using flashers or cones as needed to maintain a safe work area.

• Utilize G.O.A.L. (Get Out And Look) as well as hand signalling from the rest of the team to safely back up the truck.

Client Communication & Job Execution:

• Initiate a walk-through with the client to confirm the job scope and accuracy of the price estimate before work begins.

• If the job scope has changed, discuss adjustments with the client to confirm consent or modify work to fit a set budget. Keep in touch with Crew Lead throughout the job to discuss any changes.

• Work with Frog to strategically load the truck, ensuring safety, efficiency, and proper unloading order.

• Be able to use a hand truck or dolly, pads, straps, and other tools to safely move large and heavy items, alone and with a partner.

• Safely handle and load hazardous materials, including debris, heavily soiled items, items with sharp edges, as well as household chemicals and batteries.

• Thoroughly and efficiently sort items according to their reuse or recycling potential, following Frog & Toad’s systems for categorizing materials.

• Record data on the Diversion Log and keep organized notes about each job, as well as other daily activities.

• Safely utilize hand and power tools to disassemble furniture, remove doors and fixtures, and perform minor repairs. Communicate proactively about unfamiliarity with certain tools or tasks to receive the appropriate training in advance of the need to utilize such skills.

Payments & Documentation:

• Confirm the final price with Dispatch at the end of the job.

• Collect payment (cash, check, or digital) and provide a receipt. If invoicing is needed, collect the client’s email and provide a paper invoice.

• Store receipts and checks in the designated envelope in the cash box and deposit them in the safe at the end of shift.

End-of-Day Wrap-Up:

• Send truck notes and a photo of the truck to the “All Frogs” Signal thread at the end of the day.

• Report any material resupply needs (gloves, contractor bags, tape, etc.) or damaged equipment to Crew Lead.

Minimum Qualifications

• Open availability at least 3 days/week including Saturdays. Monday and Friday availability preferable.

• Prior experience working on a moving or hauling crew, or similar trade experience

• Valid Oregon Class C Driver’s license with experience driving box trucks or similar vehicles up to 26,000 GVWR and 26’ in length.

• Clean driving history with no at-fault accidents in the last 3 years

• Strong spatial awareness and ability to safely maneuver large loads.

• Clear communication skills with both clients and coworkers.

• Problem-solving mindset—able to adapt to changes in job scope and logistics.

• Comfortably able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift 100+ lbs repeatedly. Know your body’s safe limits and communicate them clearly as early as possible.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience leading a moving or hauling crew, including taking inventory, communicating with clients about contracts, and other project management.

• Warehousing or other material management experience

• 3+ years experience in a material reuse or recycling field

• Excellent technical skills with move mechanics, such as wrapping, padding, strapping, hoisting, crating, carting, etc.

• Experience with moving pianos including disassembly and reassembly