Route Relief Driver
About The Position
Mission Linen Supply is hiring motivated, sales-driven Route Relief Drivers to drive and service customers on designated community routes, grow accounts, and earn commission on the business they build. The position is a B2B sales and account-management role that includes driving a truck and delivering and picking up linen, uniforms, and related products. The role can lead to a dedicated Route Sales & Service Representative territory. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held provider of linen, uniform, and facility-service products serving businesses across five western states. The company describes its industry as essential and recession-resistant, with opportunities for career advancement. Starting pay is $21.97–$27.11 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and location. Once assigned a route, Route Sales & Service Representatives average total annual compensation exceeding $80,000, with uncapped commission potential based on new business and account growth. Full-time employment with benefits is offered.
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 to deliver and pick up linen, uniforms, and related products on schedule, and 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 each stop.
- Learn new technology and systems quickly and adapt to updates independently.
- Attend training and service department meetings.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings program.
- Paid time off, including sick, holiday, and vacation time.
- Uncapped commission potential based on new business and account growth.
- Career path into a dedicated Route Sales & Service Representative territory.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
