Junk Route Sales Driver

1-800-Got-Junk?•Austin, TX

11d

About The Position

Join Southwind’s Field Sales & Service Team, part of the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchise group, delivering professional junk removal and customer service. In this hands-on role, you’ll create positive customer experiences, discuss pricing, provide estimates, close on-site sales, and remove unwanted items from homes and businesses. You’ll also drive, navigate, and operate box trucks; training is provided. No prior junk removal experience is required. Team members participate in daily recorded role-play scenarios for training, skill development, and performance improvement. The position offers total compensation of $18–$25 per hour through base pay, customer tips, profit share, and performance incentives. Base pay is $12 per hour, with overtime also listed as an additional earning opportunity. The schedule is full-time, with four to five shifts per week: one mandatory weekend shift and three to four weekday shifts. Shifts last 8–10 hours and may fall between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM depending on business needs. Availability for four weekdays and one weekend day each week is required. Employees must maintain the specified uniform while at the office, on or off the clock: brown belt, brown steel-toe boots, navy blue work pants or shorts, and company-provided branded polo, ball cap or beanie, and sweatshirt. A DOT Medical Card is required to drive commercial vehicles; Southwind covers the cost of obtaining the DOT Medical Certification. Advancement pathways include Certified Sales Leader, Senior Sales Leader, People Development, Operator, and General Manager. The company describes a full benefits package with medical, vision, and dental coverage and retirement options.

Requirements

Passion for sales and exceeding customer expectations.
Friendly, personable approach and dedication to outstanding service.
Physical fitness and enthusiasm for hands-on tasks.
Dependability, reliability, and a hardworking approach.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Valid DOT Medical Card required 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.
Maintain the required uniform while at the office, on or off the clock.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Create positive customer experiences through outstanding service.
Lead pricing conversations, provide clear estimates, and close on-site sales.
Remove unwanted items 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.