Route Relief Driver - 4804

Mission Linen • Newark, CA

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About The Position

Mission Linen Supply is hiring a motivated, sales-driven Route Relief Driver to service customers on designated community routes, grow accounts, and earn commission based on the business built. The role combines B2B outside sales and account management with driving and servicing customers; it is not solely a delivery position. The position offers a career path from Route Relief Driver to a dedicated Route Sales & Service Representative territory.

The driver delivers and picks up linen, uniforms, and related products, while developing customer relationships, seeking new business, and growing existing accounts. The role also includes route inventory management, customer transactions and records, truck upkeep, and participation in training and service department meetings.

Requirements

• Proven sales and customer service experience.
• Valid Class C driver's license; no CDL is required.
• Clean driving record for the last three years.
• Ability to drive a 26-foot bobtail truck.
• Ability to load and unload bags of linen weighing up to 50 pounds daily.
• Must pass a drug test and clinic physical.
• Tech-savvy, with the ability to learn new systems with minimal training.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow a designated route through account management and outside sales.
• Contact prospective customers to solicit new business and inform regular customers about new products or services.
• Upsell existing customers on additional products and services.
• Drive a truck on schedule to deliver and pick up linen, uniforms, and related products; load and unload the truck.
• Build long-term customer relationships through responsive, professional service.
• Listen to and resolve service complaints, keeping the supervisor informed.
• Maintain inventory and follow company inventory-control policies.
• Handle invoicing, collections, customer signatures, and accurate delivery and transaction records.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on the truck, and maintain a professional appearance at every stop.
• Learn new technology and systems quickly and adapt to updates independently.
• Attend training and service department meetings.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Uncapped commission potential based on new business and account growth
• Career advancement opportunity into a dedicated Route Sales & Service Representative territory

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed