Route Driver

Description

The Route Driver is responsible for operating a medium-duty truck to deliver and pick up clean and soiled linens from customer locations. This position involves loading/unloading wheeled laundry carts, completing required documentation, and performing basic vehicle inspections. The Driver works under the Route Manager with moderate independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate a medium-duty truck in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload clean and soil linen carts using proper body mechanics.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections (fluids, tires, lights, etc.).
• Follow all driver checklist items and routine preventative maintenance steps.
• Clean and disinfect truck box after soil deliveries per company standards and document all cleanings.
• Verify manifests, count carts, obtain customer signatures, and complete all route paperwork accurately.
• Operate lift gates safely while loading and unloading carts.
• Maintain cargo security and reposition carts as needed throughout the route.
• Prepare truck for the next shift (fueling, cleaning, securing paperwork).
• Report vehicle issues and customer feedback to the Route Manager.
• Occasionally cover additional routes or deliveries as needed.
• Maintain friendly, professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• 1+ year experience driving a medium-duty box truck with no DOT violations or accidents.
• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (3-year review), DOT background check, and physical exam.
• Ability to pass a DOT-regulated drug screen.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions in English.
• Basic communication, math, and computer skills (including use of ELDs, if applicable).
• Physical ability to push, pull, and maneuver heavy laundry carts.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the service industry.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a commercial vehicle.
• Frequent sitting while driving to customer locations.
• Ability to climb in and out of trucks and loading areas.
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift, including on uneven surfaces.
• Regular reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, and pulling while loading/unloading carts.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs and handle items such as linens, cart liners, and dock plates.
• Frequent pushing and pulling of wheeled laundry carts that may weigh up to 800 lbs.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements throughout the workday.
• Heavy physical work requiring consistent use of upper body strength.
• Ability to pull, drag, or maneuver heavy objects as needed.
• Adequate vision for driving and work tasks (close, distance, color, depth perception, peripheral vision).
• Ability to hear clearly for safety and awareness of surroundings.
• Ability to meet all physical demands for the full duration of the shift.
• Must use required personal protective equipment (PPE) as designated.
   

Work Environment

• Primarily operates in company trucks while completing deliveries and pickups at healthcare and hospitality customer locations.
• May work in indoor and outdoor environments, including loading docks and customer facilities.
• Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, but additional hours, weekends, and holidays may be required based on business needs.
• Position is hourly; weekly hours may vary depending on route demands.

EEO Statement

Employees of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs. 

Employees of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity such as, whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.