Junk Removal Specialist

Job Summary

The Junkluggers is a caring alternative to traditional furniture and junk removal with a commitment to enhancing lives, communities, and the environment by donating, recycling, and supporting local charity partners. Our core differentiators include being eco-friendly, community-focused, and offering green guarantees with donation receipts within 14 days, on-time arrival, price assurance, and 100% customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Complete all jobs according to company standards, practices, and mission statement
• Safely load, transport, and unload customer items in accordance with state and local laws
• Aid in training new hires in subordinate roles
• Attend all mandatory training, meetings, and events
• Maintain trucks and equipment with daily inspections and report any observed issues
• Reinforce a safety culture at The Junkluggers
• Embrace, implement, and promote continuous improvement ideas
• Provide operational support when needed, such as dispatching
• Serve as the point person in the field for both management and fellow Luggers
• Support recruiting of new team members and promote company values

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must – this is a customer-facing role
• Learn and use technology in the field to execute job requirements, quickly and efficiently
• Master skills of both Navigator and Driver positions
• Utilize and manage resource locations in the current territory (donation, recycling, and disposal centers) and use them efficiently
• Show attention to detail in understanding truck operation, maintenance, and care
• Exhibit a strong safety attitude and enforce safety practices and other company policies assertively
• Influence and lead team(s) in the field and show potential for advancement
• Work some Saturdays
• Obtain and maintain a valid IL C-class driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record
• Supply own mobile phone (company will provide tablets for on-the-job duties)
• Ability to lift 75 lbs