Route Driver CDL

Shelbyville Laundry•Memphis - West, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver CDL operates a company truck to pick up and deliver hospital linen at multiple medical facilities in Memphis - West, Tennessee. This is an onsite, direct-hire, full-time position with Monday-through-Friday, 10-hour shifts scheduled between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. The driver provides customer service, safely handles linen carts, follows applicable transportation requirements, and maintains route schedules and required paperwork. The role may require working beyond the scheduled shift when production or delivery issues arise, as well as availability to drive nights and weekends.

Requirements

Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL A).
One year of experience.
Must have a clean driving record per company policy.
Must adhere to DOT, state, and local regulations.
Must be able to speak and read English.
Must be able to sit in a vehicle for several hours per day.
Must be able to push and pull wheeled soil or clean carts weighing up to 800 pounds.
Must consistently meet physical requirements including bending, twisting, lifting, and pulling.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds overhead.
Must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs for up to 10 hours per day.
Must be able to use repetitive arm motions.
Must be available to drive nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

Operate a company truck to pick up and deliver hospital linen at multiple medical facilities.
Load and unload laundry carts.
Establish professional relationships with customers and provide quality customer service.
Represent the company professionally in appearance, conduct, and performance at customer locations.
Operate company vehicles safely, including conducting pre- and post-route inspections and daily visual equipment inspections.
Maintain DOT compliance and follow hours-of-service rules, standard vehicle operating procedures, and applicable safety policies.
Maintain excellent attendance and meet established route schedules.
Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized in accordance with company policies.
Deliver products to customers in a timely manner.
Work beyond the scheduled shift when production or delivery issues arise.
Maintain required daily and weekly paperwork.
Cross-train on other routes as department needs require.
Move equipment to a service provider for repairs and service as needed.