Route Relief Driver

Mission Linen Supply; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Route Sales and Service Driver to join their team. This role involves driving a 26’ bobtail truck to deliver laundry and uniforms, while also engaging with customers to develop sales. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and excellent customer service skills. You will be responsible for maintaining inventory, ensuring customer satisfaction, and performing routine truck maintenance. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and full-time employment with comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement savings program

Paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)

Qualifications

• Must have sales and customer service experience.
• Must pass drug tests and clinic physical.

Responsibilities

• Drive truck to deliver laundry and uniforms to customers.
• Solicit new business and inform customers of new products.
• Maintain a professional appearance and handle complaints.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service experience

Clean driver's license

Ability to load/unload 50 LBS bags

Tools

26’ bobtail truck

Job description

Responsibilities

Mission Linen Supply is seeking a Route Sales and Service Driver - Route Relief. You will be driving and providing services to customers on designated routes in your community. We are looking for extremely motivated drivers that are sales-orientated individuals. This position revolves around sales and is paid commission on what you develop.

The Route Relief Driver pay is $22.18 - $23.35 an hour, the starting pay is based on education, experience, other qualifications, and location of assignment.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with full benefits
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement savings program
• Paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)

Qualifications

• Must have sales and customer service experience
• Must have a clean driver’s license
• Must be able to drive a 26’ bobtail truck
• Must be comfortable loading/unloading your own truck with up to 50 LBS bags of linen daily
• Must pass drug tests and clinic physical

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains a professional appearance in compliance with the company’s standards.
• Calls on prospective customers to solicit new business.
• Informs regular customers of new products or services.
• Drives truck to deliver laundry and/or uniforms to customer’s place of business.
• Collects or picks up rejected or unsold laundry and/or uniforms. Loads/unloads truck.
• Develops and maintains the customer's goodwill by providing assistance to the customer, demonstrating an interest in the customer, devoting time to the customer, and practicing courtesy towards the customer at all times.
• Conduct business in a professional manner to minimize or eliminate customer complaints. Handles complaints and questions in the same manner, making sure that the supervisor is kept informed and able to assist if necessary.
• Listens to and resolves service complaints. Maintains inventory and follows the company’s policies on inventory control.
• Collects money from customers, makes change, and records transactions on customer invoices.
• Issues or obtains customer signature on invoices for pickup or delivery.
• Records delivery and inventory information on daily invoices.
• Cleans inside of the truck. Performs routine maintenance on truck.
• Attends training and service department meetings.

Company Overview

Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company and a leading provider of products, services, and supplies to hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a leading player in the linen rental and uniform business across five western states. Mission Linen Supply is widely recognized for its ability to understand, anticipate, and meet its customers’ needs while providing environmentally friendly goods and services.

Mission Linen Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), VEVRAA Protected Veterans, Federal Contractor, and Worker with Disabilities employer. Mission Linen Supply is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. Workers with disabilities needing assistance applying please feel free to call the HR Office at 805-730-3612.

To be considered for employment with Mission Linen Supply, you will need to apply online at missionlinen.com, select careers, and apply for the position you are interested in. We will review your qualifications and will contact you via email or phone if you are selected for an interview.