Full job description
Do you have a desire to help others while also saving the environment? Are you passionate about GREEN practices? The Junkluggers is a caring alternative to traditional junk removal with a commitment to enhance lives, the community & the environment by donating & recycling unwanted items from residents and businesses and by supporting local charities.
At first glance, this role might *seem* like it's just about removing items from a home or business. THIS IS NOT THAT. In order to be a successful lugger, you will need to be ready to put a smile on our customers' faces by providing exceptional customer service. On any given day, you will be helping people in our community who are downsizing, dealing with loss of a loved one, feeling overwhelmed to part with sentimental items they no longer need, and so much more. You will need to be empathetic to every customer, every time.
At Junkluggers, you will learn a variety of skills that can translate to almost any field you endeavor to peruse. This job exposes you to critical and applicable life and business skills which apply to your future/ongoing careers. Some of the skills you will learn include:
- Sales Skills
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking and Problem-solving
- Logistics and Scheduling
- How to tackle challenges with a good mindset
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
You will learn how to become a true Junklugger and that starts with looking, acting and being friendly – starting with the uniform, and continuing with your attitude. Educate clients about our value prior to giving an estimate, ensuring 100% satisfaction. SAFELY operate the removal of items and truck at all times. Make sure all daily truck inspections are performed (tire pressure, oil, equipment, etc). Make sure truck has enough supplies, safety equipment and marketing material. Help with in-field marketing.
WHEN YOU’LL WORK:
- Full day shifts
- Flexible shift scheduling possible; able to trade shifts with coworkers if agreed upon
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- NEED A DRIVER'S LICENSE! And an up-to-date DMV record.
- Reliability to show up for your scheduled shifts!
- Working smartphone
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50-75 pounds throughout day
- Steel toe footwear and black work pants/shorts (waist up uniform provided)
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
- For insurance purposes only, you must be a minimum of 21 years old to drive our trucks
- Valid Drivers License is a MUST!
- Good driving record
- CDL NOT Required
Additional Pay:
- Customer-service tips are a regular occurrence when exceptional service is provided
- Holiday pay for full-time employees
- Weekly commissions
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
- Uniforms provided: shirts, gloves, safety gear from the waist up, raincoat (wet season), sweatshirt (winter months), work hats, sunglasses
- Promotional Opportunities
If you enjoy meeting new people, genuinely care about customer service, have a commitment to safety and like variety at work, come help us save the world "One Lug at a Time"! Learn more at www.junkluggers.comWe are based out of Virginia Beach, will need reliable transportation daily with use of our trucks. Base hourly rate PLUS tips AND commission!! Locally owned and operated.
The amount of waste that ends up in landfills on a daily basis is astronomical. We believe that a lot of this is avoidable, and with just a little attention to detail — and a lot of love for our planet, we can help reverse this growing problem.
At The Junkluggers, we do junk removal The Green Way by treating customers and their items with care, respect, and by minimizing what ends up in a landfill. Our Junkluggers family is committed to helping customers and the community each and every day. Our passion for the environment is a core piece of who we are, it's our mission and it's embedded in our company culture.