Route Sales Representative

Alsco Uniforms; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Alsco Uniforms is seeking a relief driver to support daily operations across assigned routes. You will engage potential customers, deliver exceptional service, and reference Service SOPs for installations and account management.

The role involves counting inventories, handling payments, and reporting feedback to improve service. You must have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift heavy loads while maintaining compliance with safety standards and company

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in sales, customer service, delivery, or public-facing work.
• Valid driver's license (CDL when applicable) and a clean driving record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and move carts up to 500 lbs.
• Willingness to travel daily within assigned routes.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and engage new customers within assigned routes and refer qualified leads to Sales.
• Provide outstanding customer service to build loyalty and relationships.
• Communicate with decision-makers and resolve service concerns.
• Follow Service SOPs for installations, deliveries, and account management.
• Maintain inventories, route books, and customer files.
• Handle customer payments, credits, and change orders accurately.
• Monitor accounts and report customer feedback or competitive activity.
• Upsell services and refer leads to Sales Consultants.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and keep trucks clean.
• Load/unload products and move carts up to 500 lbs; lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and dress code.
• Collaborate with service, sales, and operations as a relief driver.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication skills

Driver's license

Public facing work

Vehicle inspections

Job description

Classification: Exempt for Commission/Non-Exempt for Hourly

You Will

• Prospect and engage new customers within assigned routes, referring qualified leads to the Sales Department
• Provide outstanding customer service to build loyalty and strong relationships.
• Communicate with decision-makers and proactively resolve service concerns
• Follow Service SOPs for installations, deliveries, and account management
• Maintain accurate inventories, route books, and customer files
• Handle customer payments, credits, and change orders accurately
• Monitor accounts and report customer feedback or competitive activity
• Upsell services, promote products, and refer leads to Sales Consultants
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain truck cleanliness
• Load/unload products and move carts up to 500 lbs. and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and dress code
• Collaborate with service, sales, and operations teams as a reliable relief driver

What You Bring

• Have and maintain a valid Driver's License, CDL when applicable, and be 21 years or older.
• Maintain a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, safety or other violations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, comprehend and follow direction.
• Two years of relevant experience in sales, customer service, delivery, or public facing work.
• Support for other service team members where required.

Work Environment And Requirements

• Accurately recognize colors and sizes
• Stoop, pull, push, reach overhead, lift up to 75 lbs. and move loaded carts up to 500 lbs.
• Daily travel, operating vehicles on public roads, in and out of customer locations, loading areas of industrial laundry facilities, service centers, or depot.
• Indoor and outdoor areas of industrial laundry facilities.

Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits.

About Us

We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been committed to our customers since 1889, proudly pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers' operations.

At Alsco, our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service. We're looking for individuals who want to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact. Explore how Alsco helps you build a successful career with competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Alsco Uniforms provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and drug screening.