Truck Team Member

1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Newburgh NY, US
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Outgoing individuals with sales aptitude and physical stamina will find this hands-on, full-time role in the junk removal industry. The job emphasizes collaboration within a high-energy team environment and requires adherence to strict uniform and certification standards.

Best fit for

  • Candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment and enjoy hands-on work
    — “fast-paced and fun operation that helps people in our community get rid of unwanted items responsibly”
  • Ambitious individuals seeking career growth through internal promotion opportunities
    — “We promote from within whenever possible”
  • People who are physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs and operating box trucks
    — “Lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 lbs”

Things to consider

  • Must commit to a minimum of four weekday shifts and one weekend shift weekly
    — “Must maintain availability for 4 weekdays + 1 weekend day every week”
  • Uniform standards apply even when not on the clock, requiring attention to appearance
    — “Uniform Standards: Maintained anytime you’re at the office — on or off the clock”
  • DOT medical certification is required, which may involve additional time and cost for some candidates
    — “A valid DOT Medical Card is required for driving commercial vehicles”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in customer service or sales with a focus on exceeding expectations
    — “Sales-Driven: A passion for sales and a knack for exceeding customer expectations.”
  • Emphasize reliability and teamwork in your application materials
    — “Dependable: Reliable and hardworking, positively contributing to our team culture.”
  • Showcase problem-solving and communication skills with real-world examples
    — “Strong Communicator: Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational abilities.”
  • Demonstrate adaptability by mentioning experience with diverse work schedules or tasks
    — “Shifts run 8–10 hours and may fall anywhere between 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM, depending on business needs”
  • Include any prior experience with operating vehicles or physical labor in your resume
    — “Drive, navigate, and operate box trucks (training provided)”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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

What success looks like

  • exceeding customer expectations
  • closing sales
  • removing junk
  • driving and operating box trucks
Typical background
salescustomer service

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCustomer ServiceJunk RemovalTeamworkProblem-solvingCommunication

Preferred

Junk Removal ExperienceSales ExperienceCustomer Service Experience

Stack & domain

Junk RemovalSalesCustomer ServiceTruck DrivingNavigationLiftingLoadingManeuveringSales-drivenPeople-focusedEnergeticDependableCommunicationProblem-solvingOrganizationalDOT Medical Certification

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: $20.00/hr - 28.00/hr+ (Total Compensation)

$16 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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