Junk and Route Sales Associate

1-800-Got-Junk?•Mission, KS

About The Position

Southwind is hiring a Junk and Route Sales Associate for its Field Sales & Service Team. The role combines customer service, on-site sales, and hands-on junk removal for 1-800-GOT-JUNK? The associate creates positive customer experiences, discusses pricing, closes sales, provides estimates, and removes unwanted items from homes and businesses. Driving, navigating, and operating box trucks are part of the position; training is provided, and prior junk-removal experience is not required. Daily recorded role-play scenarios support training, skill development, and performance improvement. The position pays $24–$26 per hour in total compensation, described as an $11.50 base rate plus tips, profit share, and performance incentives. Overtime is also mentioned. The schedule is full-time, with four to five shifts weekly, including one mandatory weekend shift and three to four weekday shifts. Shifts are 8–10 hours and may occur between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, depending on business needs. Associates must be available four weekdays and one weekend day each week. A valid DOT Medical Card is required to drive commercial vehicles, and Southwind covers the cost of obtaining DOT Medical Certification. Uniform requirements include a brown belt, brown steel-toe boots, navy blue work pants or shorts, and provided branded polo, ball cap or beanie, and sweatshirt. The company describes advancement pathways in sales, people development, operations, and general management, and says it promotes from within when possible.

Requirements

Passion for sales and ability to exceed customer expectations.
Friendly, personable approach and commitment to outstanding service.
Physical fitness and enthusiasm for hands-on tasks.
Reliability, a strong work ethic, and a positive contribution to team culture.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Valid DOT Medical Card for driving commercial vehicles; the company covers the cost of obtaining DOT Medical Certification.
Availability for four weekdays and one weekend day every week.
Ability to lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 pounds.
Required uniform: brown belt, brown steel-toe boots, navy blue work pants or shorts, and company-provided branded polo and ball cap or beanie and sweatshirt.

Nice To Haves

Prior junk-removal experience is not required; training is provided.

Responsibilities

Create positive customer experiences through professional, friendly service.
Lead pricing conversations, close on-site sales, and provide clear estimates.
Remove junk safely from homes and businesses.
Drive, navigate, and operate box trucks.
Lift, carry, load, and maneuver items weighing up to 75 pounds.
Represent the brand with integrity, professionalism, and a sharp appearance.
Participate in daily recorded role-play scenarios for training, skill development, and performance improvement.
Maintain the required uniform standards when at the office, on or off the clock.