Route Relief Driver - 2200

Mission Linen Supply•El Paso, TX

13d•$14 - $16

About The Position

Mission Linen Supply is hiring a motivated, sales-driven Route Relief Driver to drive and service customers on designated community routes, grow accounts, and earn commission on new business and account growth. The role combines B2B outside sales and account management with delivery and service responsibilities. Route Relief Drivers may progress to a dedicated Route Sales & Service Representative territory. Starting pay is $13.81–$16.25 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and location. Once assigned a route, average total annual compensation for Route Sales & Service Representatives exceeds $80,000, with uncapped commission potential. This is a full-time position with benefits. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, the company serves hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. The company describes its industry as essential and recession-resistant and notes opportunities for career advancement. It also describes its goods and services as environmentally friendly.

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.
Technology proficiency and ability to learn new systems with minimal training.

Responsibilities

Own and grow a designated route through account management and outside sales.
Call on 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 to deliver and pick up linen, uniforms, and related products on schedule; 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.