Junk Removal & Field Sales

1-800-GOT-JUNK?•Lakeland, FL

3d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Southwind is hiring a Field Sales & Service Representative for its 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchise group in Lakeland, Florida. The role combines on-site sales and customer service with hands-on junk removal. Representatives create positive customer experiences, discuss pricing, provide estimates, close sales, and safely remove unwanted items from homes and businesses. They also drive, navigate, and operate box trucks, with training provided. No prior junk removal experience is required. Daily recorded role-play scenarios support ongoing training, skill development, and performance improvement. The position pays $21–$28 per hour or more, including a $15 base rate, profit sharing, and tips. Overtime may be needed. The schedule is full-time, with four to five shifts per week: one mandatory weekend shift and three to four weekday shifts. Shifts last 8–12 hours and may occur between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., depending on business needs. Team members 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 full cost of obtaining the DOT Medical Certification. Employees must follow uniform standards at the office, including a brown belt, brown steel-toe boots, navy blue work pants or shorts, and provided branded apparel. Southwind describes opportunities for advancement into sales leadership, people development, operations, and general management, and promotes from within when possible. The company offers medical, vision, and dental coverage, retirement options, and performance-based bonuses.

Requirements

Have a passion for sales and the ability to exceed customer expectations.
Be friendly and personable, with a commitment to outstanding service.
Be physically fit and enthusiastic about hands-on tasks.
Be reliable, hardworking, and a positive contributor to team culture.
Have strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Maintain a valid DOT Medical Card for driving commercial vehicles.
Be able to lift, carry, load, and maneuver items up to 75 pounds.
Be available for four weekdays and one weekend day per week.
Follow the stated uniform standards when at the office.

Responsibilities

Create positive customer experiences through outstanding customer service.
Lead pricing conversations, provide clear estimates, and close on-site sales.
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 ongoing training, skill development, and performance improvement.
Maintain availability for four weekdays and one weekend day each week.