Route Service Representative - UniFirst ($2,500 Sign On)
UniFirst Corporation, Melbourne, Iowa, United States, 50162
New Hire Incentive Bonus!
UniFirst’s Quad Cities, IL location is offering an incentive bonus for $2,500 for new hires. The following guidelines must be met to be eligible:
New hire must reach 180 days of employment to receive the full incentive bonus.
New hire must abide by UniFirst’s 90-Day Probationary Period. This includes meeting UniFirst’s attendance and performance policy.
New hire must not have been previously employed by UniFirst.
What Your Role Entails
Manage an Assigned Route: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, delivering and picking garments and products daily.
Support Daily Operations: Assist our service team by loading and unloading route trucks, ensuring each day begins with accuracy and efficiency.
Deliver Consistent, Reliable Service: Ensure on-time, accurate deliveries and returns while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
Grow Customer Relationships: Build rapport with customers, address service needs, and introduce new garments and products to enhance their experience.
Drive Sales Growth: Identify upselling opportunities and grow your route, increasing your earning potential.
Represent UniFirst on the Road: Operate a company walk-in truck along designated routes, delivering exceptional service, prioritizing safety, and reinforcing strong customer relationships.
Engage in a Physically Active Role: Work across both indoor and outdoor environments that require energy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.
Contribute to Service Excellence: Troubleshoot service issues, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Maintain a Predictable Schedule: Monday–Friday daytime hours with no nights; weekends – servicing the same route and customers each week to build consistency and trust.
Core Competencies
Customer-Centric Mindset & Relationship Building: You consistently deliver outstanding service that exceeds expectations, building lasting trust with every customer on your route.
Time Management, Route Efficiency & Safety Awareness: You manage your route with precision, balancing timely deliveries and pickups with safe driving practices.
Dependability, Problem-Solving & Professional Communication: You take ownership of responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams.
Sales & Upselling Mindset: You identify opportunities to introduce new garments, products and services that benefit the customer and drive additional revenue.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Role
Consistent Customer Connections: Service the same set of customers on your dedicated route, building trust and long-term relationships.
Earning from Day One: This is a commissioned role from your first day in the field, with income growing as you expand and upsell your route.
Make a Direct Impact: Be the face of UniFirst for your customers—delivering great service and helping their businesses succeed.
Qualifications What You Bring to UniFirst
Driver’s License & Safe Driving Record: Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
DOT Compliance: Meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, including a physical exam.
Educational Requirements: High school diploma, GED, or military service required.
Strong Customer Service Skills: Ability to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset and providing excellent customer service.
Relevant Experience: Prior experience in customer service, route sales, or delivery is a plus.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using and learning new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experience.
Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 50 lbs., with the ability to remain on your feet for extended periods.
You Will Benefit From
Competitive Compensation: Competitive wages, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, health and life insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Training & Development: Formal training through our SCP program to set you up for success as an RSR.
Career Development: Continuous training and growth opportunities.
Company Culture: A supportive and inclusive workplace rooted in a strong sense of community.
Stability & Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday daytime schedule, no nights or weekends.
Inclusive Culture: A diverse and inclusive work environment that values a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Join UniFirst for a Rewarding Career At UniFirst, you'll find opportunities for advancement in a supportive and diverse environment. If you're ready to take on a dynamic, customer-focused role with plenty of room for growth, we’d love to hear from you!
About UniFirst UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion garment services industry. We currently employ over 16,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
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UniFirst’s Quad Cities, IL location is offering an incentive bonus for $2,500 for new hires. The following guidelines must be met to be eligible:
New hire must reach 180 days of employment to receive the full incentive bonus.
New hire must abide by UniFirst’s 90-Day Probationary Period. This includes meeting UniFirst’s attendance and performance policy.
New hire must not have been previously employed by UniFirst.
What Your Role Entails
Manage an Assigned Route: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, delivering and picking garments and products daily.
Support Daily Operations: Assist our service team by loading and unloading route trucks, ensuring each day begins with accuracy and efficiency.
Deliver Consistent, Reliable Service: Ensure on-time, accurate deliveries and returns while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
Grow Customer Relationships: Build rapport with customers, address service needs, and introduce new garments and products to enhance their experience.
Drive Sales Growth: Identify upselling opportunities and grow your route, increasing your earning potential.
Represent UniFirst on the Road: Operate a company walk-in truck along designated routes, delivering exceptional service, prioritizing safety, and reinforcing strong customer relationships.
Engage in a Physically Active Role: Work across both indoor and outdoor environments that require energy, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.
Contribute to Service Excellence: Troubleshoot service issues, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Maintain a Predictable Schedule: Monday–Friday daytime hours with no nights; weekends – servicing the same route and customers each week to build consistency and trust.
Core Competencies
Customer-Centric Mindset & Relationship Building: You consistently deliver outstanding service that exceeds expectations, building lasting trust with every customer on your route.
Time Management, Route Efficiency & Safety Awareness: You manage your route with precision, balancing timely deliveries and pickups with safe driving practices.
Dependability, Problem-Solving & Professional Communication: You take ownership of responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams.
Sales & Upselling Mindset: You identify opportunities to introduce new garments, products and services that benefit the customer and drive additional revenue.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Role
Consistent Customer Connections: Service the same set of customers on your dedicated route, building trust and long-term relationships.
Earning from Day One: This is a commissioned role from your first day in the field, with income growing as you expand and upsell your route.
Make a Direct Impact: Be the face of UniFirst for your customers—delivering great service and helping their businesses succeed.
Qualifications What You Bring to UniFirst
Driver’s License & Safe Driving Record: Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
DOT Compliance: Meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, including a physical exam.
Educational Requirements: High school diploma, GED, or military service required.
Strong Customer Service Skills: Ability to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset and providing excellent customer service.
Relevant Experience: Prior experience in customer service, route sales, or delivery is a plus.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using and learning new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experience.
Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 50 lbs., with the ability to remain on your feet for extended periods.
You Will Benefit From
Competitive Compensation: Competitive wages, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, health and life insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Training & Development: Formal training through our SCP program to set you up for success as an RSR.
Career Development: Continuous training and growth opportunities.
Company Culture: A supportive and inclusive workplace rooted in a strong sense of community.
Stability & Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday daytime schedule, no nights or weekends.
Inclusive Culture: A diverse and inclusive work environment that values a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Join UniFirst for a Rewarding Career At UniFirst, you'll find opportunities for advancement in a supportive and diverse environment. If you're ready to take on a dynamic, customer-focused role with plenty of room for growth, we’d love to hear from you!
About UniFirst UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion garment services industry. We currently employ over 16,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
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