The Junkluggers is the caring, eco-friendly alternative to traditional junk and furniture removal. Our mission is to enhance lives, our communities, and the environment by donating, recycling, up-cycling, and supporting local charities.

The amount of household and commercial waste that ends up in landfills daily 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. Join us in the battle and become a " Lugger"

Become part of something big. At The Junkluggers, it is our mission to save the Earth, one piece of junk at a time. By 2025, we aim to donate and recycle 100% of all items we remove from residential and commercial jobs, setting the standard in the United States for eco-friendly disposal practices.We are working towards this goal every day, searching for new charities to donate to and more environmentally friendly ways to dispose of materials we lug away that can be neither donated nor recycled.

Our franchise location is growing fast and needs hard working, disciplined, self-motivated team members that are looking for a rewarding job, have a passion for customer service, love to work outdoors with minimal direct supervision and bottom line wants to improve our community by helping others.

Our employees are treated like family by providing personal growth and development and on the job training. If you enjoy working outside, staying active, being a part of a winning team then The Junkluggers of Chicago NW Suburbs is for YOU!

What does a Lugger do?

Wows our customers with exceptional service – striving to continue maintaining our 5-star service

Always maintains a persistently positive attitude

Works well with the team and communicates clearly and concisely.

Works hard, rolling up sleeves and getting the work done

Presents our services to prospective customers in a comfortable and knowledgeable way

Commute to our Elgin office on time

Gives 110% on every task, ask, or job

Owns a WORKING smart phone with a usable data plan (required)

Enjoys the adventure of every day being a different day ready to tackle any job

Builds trust and relationships while working to pack, load, and haul our customer’s belongings and exceeds the expectations of every customer

What does the Job look like?

Hours of Operation: Weekday & Weekends shifts (must be flexible with your schedule, and while hours may vary from week-to-week, this position is best designed to be your main focus)

Travel throughout the Chicago suburbs in one of our shiny GREEN trucks to residential, commercial and industrial locations ( customers, donation centers, charities, recycling centers )

Complete all jobs according to company standards, practices, and mission statement in a disciplined, efficient, and timely manner

Safely load (must be able to lift 75lbs continuously), transport, and unload customer items in accordance with state and local laws

Assist in training new hires as part of a team

Attend all mandatory training, meeting & events

Help maintain trucks and equipment

Be diligent about safety and promote a safety culture at the The Junkluggers

Embrace continuous improvement & implement new practices when asked

Support recruiting of new team members and promote company values

Help build our client base through local marketing efforts such as door hanger & lawn sign placement

Manage paperwork, payments, and receipts and submit them all at the end of your shift

Keep our image clean with weekly truck cleaning & detailing

How do you describe a Lugger?

Excellent interpersonal & 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 & efficiently

Learn skills of both Navigator and Driver positions

Develop general understanding of resource locations in current territory (donation, recycling & disposal centers) and use them efficiently

Develop general understanding of truck operation, maintenance, and care

Exhibit a strong safety attitude & be assertive in following safety practices and other company policies

Expected to report infractions, accidents, or other issues to management

Ability to work well as a team in the field and show potential for advancement

How much will I get paid?

Hourly base ($17 - $20 per hour)

Tips ( Additional $3 - $4/hr on average )

Bonuses ( Safety and Performance based )

What other perks are there?

Signing bonus (after 90 days)

Paid Holidays (full-time positions, only after 90 days of service )

Profit Sharing Plan (after 6 months)

Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits - 25% paid by the company

Earn Commission for referrals and any other business you bring in

Feeling good by improving our planet and environment

What do I need to have to start?

Valid Drivers License is a MUST!

2-3 years of violation-free and accident-free driving

CDL Not Required – however for drivers a Class C license must be obtained within 30 days of starting (We will train you)

For insurance purposes only, you must be a minimum of 23 years old in order to drive our trucks

Able to use and navigate tools ( basic handy skills )

What about COVID?

Customers and Luggers will be asked to wear masks when interacting at customer sites as state regulations dictate. Teams on job sites will have the ability to identify and avoid unsafe situations.All candidates must be vaccinated for consideration

A Day in the life – Junkluggers Chicago https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qx82I6HlBg&t=111s

A Day in the Life – Junkluggers Corp https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCy7y_VmzDY

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Referral program

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

Weekend availability

Year round work

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Commission pay

Safety bonus

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