Route Representative - Box Truck Driver - Dedicated Route 848

Location: Springfield, VA / Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00AM Start, Dedicated Route / Pay Rate: $22.61 to $26.00 Depending on Experience with Excellent Benefits


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We are currently seeking a Route Driver - Route Representative for our Retail Medical Division out of our Springfield, VA hub.


The Retail Medical Route Driver is responsible for loading all linen carts onto an 18 ft. to 28 ft. box truck in the correct order based on their daily assigned delivery route. They must deliver the linen product to customers in a timely manner and provide excellent customer service to each customer in order to retain accounts. Linens are delivered on carts weighing up to 600 pounds and have wheels.


The Ideal Candidate Has:


  • A valid driver's license.
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent experience driving a box truck.
  • Meets all DOT requirements.
  • Is physically able to perform the duties of this position.
  • The ability to lift 30 pounds overhead and to push or pull a linen cart that weighs up to 450 pounds.
  • Able to drive nights, holidays, and occasionally on weekends.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills required.
  • Must have a minimum +2 and supply a copy of their Virginia Driving record upon interview.
  • Applied with an updated resume, with any gaps in employment explained.

Benefits:


  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Paid Training
  • Uniforms Provided
  • 401K with Match

NOTE: Please be sure to apply with an up-to-date resume, any gaps in employment should be explained. Resumes that are not updated or have unexplained gaps will not be given priority.


HandCraft Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.


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