Lift for moving containers

A container moving assembly comprising:

• a frame defining a cutout opening toward a distal end;
• at least one arm located adjacent the cutout and configured to engage a wheel on a container, wherein the at least one arm is movable between a retracted position and an extended position in which the at least one arm at least partially encloses a portion of the cutout to retain the wheel therein;
• a drive wheel pivotably attached to the frame about a steering axis at a proximal end of the frame;
• a tiller arm connected to the drive wheel and configured to pivot the drive wheel about the steering axis;
• a pair of guide wheels below a distal end of the frame;
• an engagement platform for supporting a portion of the container thereon, wherein the engagement platform is movable between a lowered position to disengage from the container and a raised position to engage the container;
• and
• an actuator for moving the engagement platform between the lowered position and the raised position.

A method for operating a lift for a container comprising:

• locating a portion of the lift under only one upright wall of the container;
• moving a platform lift assembly between a retracted position and an extended position to engage the container;
• and
• moving the container with assistance of a drive wheel pivotably attached to a frame of the lift about a steering axis.