Route Sales Professional- Kalamazoo

CLS; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

401K with match

Uniforms provided

Incentive programs

Job summary

Continental Linen Services (CLS) is seeking a Route Sales Professional to be the face of CLS on the road, connecting with customers and ensuring they have the products they need. This role combines in-office coordination with frequent travel to client locations across Michigan.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of customer service experience, a chauffeur license, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Prior route experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Effective communicator with strong verbal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to drive up to 12 hours a day if necessary.
• Capable of pushing/pulling rolling laundry carts and lifting up to 75 lbs.
• At least one year of customer service experience.
• Chauffeur License and a clean driving record.
• Prior route experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face of CLS, ensuring customers receive products and support.
• Travel to customer locations and manage route assignments.
• Maintain relationships with customers and represent CLS values on the road.

Skills

Verbal communication

Detail orientation

Driving up to 12 hours/day

Lifting 75 lbs

Customer service experience

Chauffeur license

DOT medical card

Route experience (plus)

Job description

Join a Team Where You’re More Than Just a Number — You’re Family.

Looking for a career where your hard work is recognized and your relationships matter? At Continental Linen Services (CLS), we’re more than a company — we’re a family business with over 125 years of history built on trust, service, and innovation.

As a Route Sales Professional, you’ll be the face of CLS — connecting with customers, ensuring they have the products they need, and taking pride in representing a company that values quality and community. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the move, building strong relationships, and making a difference every day.

CLS proudly serves customers across Michigan from our locations in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Livonia, Cadillac, Alpena, and Saginaw, providing everything from linens and uniforms to custom apparel, facility products, and first aid services.

If you’re ready for a career that keeps you active, rewards your drive, and treats you like family —

What We’re Looking For:

• Effective communicator with strong verbal skills
• Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency
• Ability to drive up to 12 hours a day if necessary
• Capable of pushing/pulling rolling laundry carts and lifting up to 75 lbs
• At least one year of customer service experience
• Chauffeur License and a clean driving record
• Prior route experience is a plus

Working Conditions:

Work is performed both in the office and in the field, using a box truck, computer or tablet, telephone, copier, and other office equipment. Traveling to different customer locations is required, and occasionally to different CLS Branch locations, using a company vehicle. This position will require you to obtain a chauffeur's license and DOT medical card.

Why Join CLS?

• Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, engaging setting.
• Leadership: Lead your route like you own it!
• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Vacation, 401K with match, Uniforms provided, and incentive programs.