Standards of Recruiting
Olympia is a company built on service, hard work, and accountability. We’ve continued to grow at our current rate due to holding ourselves to higher standards than the “average mover.” We succeed because of the people we hire; individuals who value teamwork, integrity, and excellence.
Every employee represents the company’s reputation and directly impacts its profitability. We hire people who not only can do the work but also embody the traits that protect our brand, reduce mistakes, and create customer trust.
Some attributes include, but are not limited to;
- Reliability: Shows up on time, communicates clearly, and follows through
- Strong Work Ethic: Willing to go the extra mile for clients and teammates
- Customer-Focused: Treats clients and their belongings with care and respect
- Team Player: Works well with others, listens, and supports the crew
- Integrity: Honest, trustworthy, and respectful of company property and assets
- Attention to Detail: Accurately completes paperwork, labeling, and follows procedures
- Safety-Minded: Prioritizes safe practices to protect themselves, the crew, and client property
- Adaptability: Can adjust to changing schedules, unexpected challenges, or unique move conditions
- Positive Attitude: Brings energy and professionalism, even under pressure
Growth & Opportunity at Olympia
One of Olympia’s defining strengths is our investment in people. Many of our office staff, managers, and even leadership began their careers on the trucks. We promote from within whenever possible because we believe that the best leaders understand the job from the ground up.
Why This Matters:
Every hire shapes Olympia’s reputation and efficiency. A reliable employee prevents scheduling losses. A detail-oriented employee ensures accurate paperwork and protects profitability. A customer-focused employee drives repeat business. By hiring the right people, Olympia safeguards its brand, reduces costs, and creates opportunities for everyone to thrive.
Sign-On & Referral Bonuses:
Olympia rewards both new employees and current team members for helping us grow with the right people.
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Sign-On Bonus:
New hires may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, based on role, experience, and meeting performance benchmarks. -
Referral Bonus:
Current employees who refer qualified candidates can earn up to $2,000 for each successful hire.
These bonuses not only provide immediate rewards but also reinforce Olympia’s Culture of building our team through trusted recommendations and investing in long-term success.
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From Joining the Team to Understanding the Process
Every new team member plays a vital role in a larger system designed to deliver exceptional service from start to finish. Understanding how each department connects ensures that every job runs smoothly, efficiently, and profitably.
The following workflow outlines how a move progresses through each stage of our operation:
- Conducts surveys/estimates
- Provides client expectations & commitments
- Hands off job details to Coordination
- Confirms scope of work with client
- Enters details into the system (materials, dates, services)
- Hands off finalized work order to Operations
- Reviews requirements and schedules trucks, labor, and equipment
- Ensures necessary packing materials and resources are available
- Assigns crew and briefs them on job details
- Executes the move according to plan
- Records materials used, hours worked, and exceptions/damages if any
- Returns documentation to Operations
- Collects and reviews crew paperwork
- Confirms accuracy of labor hours, materials used, and services performed
- Submits finalized job packet to Accounting
- Issues client invoice based on actuals vs. estimate
- Processes payments and closes out the job
