Junk Removal and Customer Service

1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Glendale, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Individuals with a sales-driven mindset and physical stamina will find this hands-on, customer-facing role in the home services industry rewarding. The full-time position in Glendale, CA, requires a team-oriented approach with opportunities for rapid advancement.

Best fit for

  • Candidates who enjoy dynamic, customer-centric work and are motivated by sales and service excellence
    — “Join our 1-800-GOT-JUNK? LA Metro team as a Customer Experience Lead where you’ll have fun while making a difference in the lives of our customers every day!”
  • People who are physically active and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
    — “Physically fit and enthusiastic about engaging in hands-on tasks.”
  • Professionals looking for clear career growth and leadership opportunities within a franchise model
    — “We promote from within whenever possible!”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a valid DOT Medical Card, which is a non-negotiable requirement.
    — “A valid DOT Medical Card is required for driving commercial vehicles.”
  • Candidates must be available for at least 4 weekdays and 1 weekend shift weekly.
    — “Must maintain availability for 4 weekdays + 1 weekend day every week”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to exceed customer expectations and deliver WOW moments in your resume and interview.
    — “Create WOW moments through outstanding customer service”
  • Showcase leadership potential and a track record of closing sales or managing projects.
    — “Lead pricing conversations, close on-site sales, and deliver clear estimates”
  • Highlight your physical fitness and experience with manual labor or operating vehicles.
    — “Drive, navigate, and operate box trucks (training provided)”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • exceeding customer expectations
  • high sales conversion rates
  • positive customer feedback
Typical background
sales experiencecustomer service experience

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCustomer ServiceProblem SolvingCommunicationPhysical Fitness

Preferred

Team LeadershipInventory Management

Stack & domain

Junk RemovalCustomer ServiceSalesProblem SolvingCommunicationTeamworkDrivingNavigationLiftingLoadingManeuveringCustomer ExperienceSalesmanshipProfessionalismCustomer MomentsService ExperiencesCustomer ExpectationsOrganizational AbilitiesDOT Medical CertificationSales-drivenPeople FocusedEnergeticDependableStrong CommunicatorProblem-solvingWarehouse

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.

Junk Removal and Customer Service

1-800-GOT-JUNK?

Location: Glendale, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $27-$31/hr (Profit Share + Tips + 18.75/hr)

Are you looking for an active, hands-on job where no two days are the same? Do you want to get paid to be active and talk to people? How about a job with room to advance and build new skills? Join our 1-800-GOT-JUNK? LA Metro team as a Customer Experience Lead where you’ll have fun while making a difference in the lives of our customers every day!

We are the world's largest junk removal company! Southwind, owners of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is committed to excellence in customer service and employee satisfaction and we're expanding across 50+ US locations. We're hiring ambitious, outgoing, and dynamic individuals who are committed to providing exceptional customer experiences.

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 Customer Experience Lead, 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

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

Certified Sales Lead

People Development Lead

Operations Lead

Senior Sales

Director of People Development

Director of Operations

General Manager

We promote from within whenever possible!

Pay Range: Average $29/hr Total Compensation

Base hourly rate

Tips

Uncapped 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 typically begin at 7am or 12pm depending on business needs

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

Company-Wide Standards (Required for All Roles):

DOT Medical Certification

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

We’ll set it up and cover the full cost of obtaining your DOT Medical Certification.

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.

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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