Route Sales and Service Driver

Virginia Linen Service Inc • Petersburg, VA

6d • $45,000 - $68,000

About The Position

Virginia Linen Service, Inc. is seeking a Route Sales and Service Driver to pick up and deliver textile and disposable products to customers on an established route. The role involves regular customer interaction, building and maintaining customer relationships, providing excellent service, and identifying opportunities to sell additional products and services. Commission opportunities can provide additional income.

The driver manages an established route while working independently in a modern, custom-designed vehicle. The job is labor intensive and includes loading, pushing, pulling, and lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as repeatedly reaching, squatting, bending, and maneuvering products. Drivers work outdoors and deliver in a variety of weather conditions. The position requires flexible hours, including early morning starts and afternoon finishes, and does not require overnight travel.

Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours, including early morning starts and afternoon finishes.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and dependable work ethic.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass required background checks.
• Ability to pass required drug screening and physical capabilities testing.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous route delivery or service industry experience; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver textile and disposable products to customers on an established route.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through excellent service.
• Interact with customers regularly and identify opportunities to sell additional products and services.
• Load, push, pull, and lift products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Repeatedly reach, squat, bend, and maneuver products throughout the workday.
• Work outdoors and drive in a variety of weather conditions.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and ensure customer orders are handled correctly.
• Represent the company professionally in every customer interaction.

Benefits

• Independence in managing an established route and customers while working in a modern, custom-designed vehicle.
• Home every night; no overnight travel required.
• Medical, dental, long-term disability, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Competitive wages with commission opportunities; stated range of $45,000–$68,000.
• Positive, team-oriented culture where employees are recognized and encouraged to make a difference.

What This Job Offers

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