Junk Removal and Laborer

1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Saco, ME
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward outgoing individuals comfortable with hands-on labor and customer-facing sales tasks, in a fast-paced, full-time role within the home services industry in Saco, ME.

Best fit for

  • Outgoing individuals with a strong customer service orientation and physical stamina for labor.
    — “ambitious, outgoing and active individuals who are committed to providing exceptional customer experiences”
  • Candidates who thrive in dynamic, team-oriented environments and value career advancement.
    — “We promote from within whenever possible!”
  • People who are adaptable to variable schedules and can handle on-the-job training for truck operation.
    — “Drive, navigate, and operate box trucks (training provided)”

Things to consider

  • Must be available for at least 4 weekday shifts and 1 weekend shift weekly.
    — “Must maintain availability for 4 weekdays + 1 weekend day every week”
  • Physical demands include lifting up to 75 lbs, which may not be suitable for all candidates.
    — “Lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 lbs”
  • This role requires a valid DOT Medical Certification for commercial vehicle operation.
    — “A valid DOT Medical Card is required for driving commercial vehicles.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in customer service or sales roles that demonstrate exceeding expectations.
    — “A passion for sales and a knack for exceeding customer expectations.”
  • Showcase communication and problem-solving abilities through specific examples in your resume.
    — “Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational abilities”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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

What success looks like

  • Exceeded customer expectations
  • Led pricing conversations
Typical background
Sales experiencePhysical labor

Skills & requirements

Required

Sales-drivenCustomer ServiceJunk RemovalTruck OperationTeam Leadership

Preferred

Sales TrainingProblem-solving

Stack & domain

Junk RemovalSalesCustomer ServiceTruck DrivingLiftingLoadingManeuveringProfessionalismCommunicationTeamworkProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

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: $26.00/hr - $29.00/hr, Total Compensation (base pay + profit share + tips)

15.25 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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