Junk Removal Specialist
About the role
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. We believe that it is possible to run a highly successful business while also doing our part to give back to the local community and protect the environment.
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 and report on daily inspections of trucks and equipment
- Maintain and 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
- Ability to learn and use technology in the field to execute job requirements, quickly and efficiently
- Learn and master skills of both Navigator and Driver positions
- Ability to effectively utilize and manage resource locations in the current territory (donation, recycling, and disposal centers) and use them efficiently
- Attention to detail in understanding truck operation, maintenance, and care
- Exhibit a strong safety attitude and be assertive with others when enforcing safety practices and other company policies
- Confident and courageous in reporting infractions, accidents, or other issues to management
- Ability to influence and lead team(s) in the field and show potential for advancement
- Ability to 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
Compensation
$16.00 per hour
Company Overview
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. We believe that it is possible to run a highly successful business while also doing our part to give back to the local community and protect the environment.
Our Green Guarantees
- Donation Receipts within 14 days
- On-Time Arrival
- Price Assurance
- 100% Customer Satisfaction
Our Core Differentiators
- We are Eco-Friendly
- We are Community Focused