Relief Driver & Account Manager

Nwlinen; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Route Relief Driver to join their dynamic team. This full-time role involves delivering and managing customer inventories, ensuring outstanding service while maintaining strong relationships. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and be comfortable working with both clean and soiled textiles. With a competitive pay scale and an exceptional benefits package, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment. If you are ready to take on a rewarding position with a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Employer Match

Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record and be at least 21 years of age.
• 1 year of driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage customer inventories while maintaining relationships.
• Provide relief coverage for drivers and train on routes with Account Managers.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Driving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

24ft Box Truck

Job description

We are currently searching for a full time Route Relief Driver to join our team. This individual will learn and provide relief coverage, provide outstanding customer service, delivering and managing customer inventories, while also maintaining customer relationships. This will require excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This includes following procedures as stated from all customers for the purpose of unloading and loading clean and soiled textiles. This individual must also maintain a safe driving record and be at least 21 years of age.

Primary Responsibilities

This is a full time position, approx. 40/hours a week with potential for over time. As a Relief Driver the schedule will fluctuate depending on assignment/route/task being performed, from early morning routes, day routes and some evening assignments. The routes include service areas from Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, King, Pierce and Island counties. While not covering a route for personnel who are scheduled off, the Relief Driver will continue to train on routes with Account Managers in order to remain current with route details, logistics and changes.

Working Conditions

• Driving 24ft box truck to make deliveries and to pick up soiled linen
• Operate a lift gate
• Must have the ability to consistently lift 50+lbs and to move and maneuver heavy linen carts
• Willingness to work around and handle soiled medical linen

Not only do we offer a competitive pay scale, NWHCL also offers an exceptional benefit package for our team!

• Medical Plan – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage offered. Eligible following 60 days of employment (NWHCL pays 70% of employee’s premium)
• PTO
• Paid Holiday’s
• 401k, with employer match following 6 months of employment

NWHCL is a drug free employer; candidate must pass pre-employment drug test, a Fit for Duty screening, a background check and have a clean driving abstract. Will participate in drug and alcohol testing as required by CDTA upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00-24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 1 year

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations