Estate Sale Associate – Part-Time (Hybrid Online & In-Person) Part Time
Estate Sale Associate (Hybrid: Online & In-Person Sales)
Location: Chesapeake / Virginia Beach / Hampton Roads
Company: Caring Transitions of Chesapeake & Virginia Beach West
Job Type: Part-Time (with opportunity for more hours)
About Us
Caring Transitions of Chesapeake & Virginia Beach West specializes in estate sales, online auctions, relocations, and clear-outs. We use a hybrid estate sale model, combining online auctions through with traditional in-person estate sales, allowing us to maximize value for our clients and create a better buying experience.
We’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented team members who enjoy hands-on work, variety in their day, and being part of a supportive, fast-paced team.
Position Overview
As an Estate Sale Associate, you’ll assist with both online auction preparation and on-site estate sales. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organizing, working with unique items, helping customers, and being on their feet.
No two days are the same – one day you may be photographing collectibles for online bidding, and another day you’ll be assisting customers at an in-person estate sale.
Key Responsibilities
Online Estate Sale (CTBids) Support
- Sort, stage, and organize estate items for online auctions
- Photograph items accurately and consistently
- Assist with basic item descriptions and inventory tracking
- Help prepare items for customer pickup or shipping
- Maintain clean, organized workspaces during prep days
In-Person Estate Sale Support
- Set up estate sale spaces (tables, displays, signage)
- Assist customers during sale hours
- Answer basic questions and help locate items
- Handle transactions using point-of-sale systems
- Assist with pricing adjustments and end-of-sale breakdown
General Duties
- Maintain professionalism and compassion when working in client homes
- Follow company procedures for handling estate property
- Work as part of a team to meet deadlines and sale schedules
- Light lifting and moving of household items as needed
Qualifications
- Reliable transportation and punctuality are required
- Comfortable working in private homes
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs with assistance
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Friendly, professional demeanor with customers and clients
- Comfortable using a smartphone (photos, basic apps) with unlimited data.
- Estate sale, retail, or customer service experience is a plus – but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay: Employees typically start between $14-$17 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities to earn up to $20 per hour based on performance and skill development. –
- Additional compensation: Team members are eligible for performance-based team bonuses when estate sales meet or exceed established targets.
- Flexible scheduling (weekday prep + weekends)
- Variety – no repetitive shifts or environments
- Opportunity to learn estate sales, online auctions, and resale markets
- Supportive team and clear expectations
Schedule Expectations
- While hours may vary slightly based on the size and scope of each estate, a typical work week generally looks like this:
- Sunday and Monday: Off
- Tuesday & Wednesday: Core hours 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
(Occasionally may extend to 4:00 or 5:00 PM depending on workload) - Thursday: Half day or off, if prep work is complete
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (In-person estate sale day)
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (In-person estate sale day/Online Pickup Day)
Why This Role Works
If you enjoy:
- Hands-on work
- Organizing and staging
- Unique items and collectibles
- A mix of independent and team-based tasks
this position is a great fit.
Source: Jobs2Careers - Jobs & Careers
