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Hired Hands Moving

409 College Avenue, Syracuse, NY 14850

DOT 967169

.Hired Hands Moving Company has established itself as Tompkins County's most reliable moving solution since 1984, earning recognition as the Finger Lakes Favorites Award winner for Best Moving Company and top-rated mover in Upstate New York by LocalMovers.com. What sets this Ithaca-based company apart is their unique approach to staffing—exclusively hiring Cornell University students who bring intelligence, dedication, and professionalism to every job. This student-powered team handles everything from local residential moves to complex commercial relocations and long-distance transfers across state lines, backed by full certification from both New York State and U.S. Department of Transportation. Their comprehensive services extend beyond traditional moving to include efficient junk removal, versatile labor assistance, furniture rearrangement, and specialized commercial projects, all delivered with the flexibility of weekend and evening availability that most competitors cannot match. The company's mission goes deeper than simply transporting belongings—they understand they're moving people's lives and approach each project with exceptional care, courtesy, and integrity. With transparent pricing free from surprise charges, a full fleet including 16' and 26' trucks equipped with professional moving supplies, and a commitment to treating every client's needs as their own business priority, Hired Hands Moving Company continues to exceed expectations while building lasting relationships throughout the greater Ithaca community and beyond.

Office location

409 College Avenue, Syracuse, NY 14850

Company avatar

Company Profile

Years in Business: 23 years - First Registered in Jul. 2001

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

student agencies inc

DBA Name

hired hands moving company

DOT Number

967169

Registration Date

11/07/2001

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

quinn ackerman

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

14/12/2023

Added Date

11/07/2001

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2022)

30,000

Filled: 14/12/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

14

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
A
- 1

1

Total Trucks

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Hired Hands Moving

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

Out-of-State7714

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

This is a list of FMCSA inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #
STATE
DATE
DRIVER VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE VIOLATIONS
UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS
DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS
SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS
SPWC081203NY2021-05-04001000
SPWC100538NY2019-08-14101000

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

2

Total Inspections

7

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during FMCSA inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2021-05-04Driver FitnessNoOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.
2021-05-04Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2021-05-04Driver FitnessNoOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.
2021-05-04Driver FitnessNoOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.
2021-05-04Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2021-05-04Driver FitnessNoOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.
2021-05-04Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2021-05-04Driver FitnessNoOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

Violations

12

Total Violations

40

Violations per 100k miles