Junk and Route Sales Associate

1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Mission, KS
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Outgoing individuals with a sales mindset and physical stamina will find this hands-on, full-time role in the home services domain.

Best fit for

  • Ambitious individuals who thrive in dynamic, customer-facing environments
    — “We're hiring ambitious, outgoing and active individuals”
  • Candidates who are naturally inclined to lead with innovation and purpose
    — “Southwind encourages team members to lead with innovation and purpose”
  • People who enjoy a variety of tasks and are comfortable with physical labor
    — “Energetic: Physically fit and enthusiastic about engaging in hands-on tasks”

Things to consider

  • Must commit to a full-time schedule with mandatory weekend shifts and weekday availability
    — “Must maintain availability for 4 weekdays + 1 weekend day every week”
  • Uniform standards are strict and must be maintained even during off-clock hours
    — “Uniform Standards: Maintained anytime you’re at the office — on or off the clock”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in exceeding customer expectations and closing sales on-site
    — “A passion for sales and a knack for exceeding customer expectations”
  • Emphasize physical fitness and willingness to handle heavy lifting
    — “Lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 lbs”
  • Showcase adaptability and ability to work flexible hours based on business needs
    — “Shifts run 8–10 hours and may fall anywhere between 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Creating WOW moments through customer service
  • Leading pricing conversations
  • Removing junk safely
  • Driving and operating box trucks
Typical background
Sales experience or customer service background

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCustomer ServicePricing ConversationsJunk RemovalBox Truck OperationPhysical FitnessTeam Leadership

Preferred

Junk Removal ExperienceCustomer Service Skills

Stack & domain

SalesCustomer ServiceJunk RemovalCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

Original posting from 1-800-GOT-JUNK? via Greenhouse

Ready to build a high-energy career where every day is different? Join our Field Sales & Service Team and help us deliver exceptional customer moments and powerful service experiences. We're Southwind— the highest-performing 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchise group — built on integrity, accountability, and investing in people.

About Us: At 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, we're a fast-paced and fun operation that helps people in our community get rid of unwanted items responsibly. We do it like no one else with our professional, on-time service and friendly uniformed team.

We're hiring ambitious, outgoing and active individuals who are committed to providing exceptional customer experiences. 

Pay Range: $24hr -$26hr ($11.50 base + Profit Share + Tips = Total Compensation)

Base hourly rate

Tips

Profit share & performance incentives

Overtime

Schedule: Full-time: 4–5 shifts per week

1 mandatory weekend shift

3–4 weekday shifts

Shifts run 8–10 hours and may fall anywhere between 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM, depending on business

needs

Must maintain availability for 4 weekdays + 1 weekend day every week

What We’re Looking For:

Sales-Driven: A passion for sales and a knack for exceeding customer expectations.

People Focused: Friendly and personable, dedicated to delivering outstanding service.

Energetic: Physically fit and enthusiastic about engaging in hands-on tasks.

Dependable: Reliable and hardworking, positively contributing to our team culture.

Strong Communicator: Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational abilities.

Role Overview: As a Field Sales & Service Representative, you’ll bring energy, professionalism, and salesmanship to every job. 

Create WOW moments through outstanding customer service

Lead pricing conversations, close on-site sales, and deliver clear estimates

Remove junk safely from homes and businesses

Drive, navigate, and operate box trucks (training provided)

Lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 lbs

Represent our brand with integrity, professionalism, and a sharp appearance

No prior junk removal experience required — Participate in daily recorded role-play scenarios to

support ongoing training, skill development, and performance improvement - we train you.

Uniform Standards: Maintained anytime you’re at the office — on or off the clock:

Brown Belt

Brown Steel-Toe Boots

Branded Polo (Provided)

Branded Ball Cap or Beanie (Provided)

Sweatshirt (Provided)

Navy BLUE work pants or shorts

Company-Wide Standards (Required for All Roles):

DOT Medical Certification

A valid DOT Medical Card is required for driving commercial vehicles.

Southwind covers the full cost of obtaining your DOT Medical Certification.

Professional Growth: Our team members grow fast. Advancement pathways include:

Certified Sales Leader

Senior Sales Leader

People Development (To Director of People Developement)

Operator (To Director of Operations)

General Manager

We promote from within whenever possible!

Why Us? Southwind encourages team members to lead with innovation and purpose. We're a company built on

integrity, teamwork, and ongoing development.

Experience a fun, fast-paced workday filled with diverse tasks and challenges.

Career advancement pathways.

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses

Award-winning workplace ("Best Places to Work" and "Fast 50 Company").

Full benefits package with Medical, Vision, Dental coverage and retirement options.

This job description outlines the key responsibilities, qualifications, and skills required for the Customer

Experience Leader position at Southwind, the owners of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. The specific responsibilities and

qualifications may vary based on the company's needs and industry requirements.

Southwind and its group of companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran-friendly

employer.

Our Mission Statement: Anything is possible. Invest in people. Change the world.

Southwind encourages team members to lead with innovation and purpose. We're a company built on integrity, teamwork, and ongoing development. Join us and help redefine home services. Apply Now!

Source: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? careers (Greenhouse)

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