Route Specialist

Overview Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry – 97% – ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!

Check out our company page: https://www.imagefirst.com/company/

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Due to tremendous growth, we a looking for a dynamic Route Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles! (Gardena) Rate of pay: $25-$28/hour DOE

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 4am-12:30pm

OT as needed This is a route-based service-oriented position supporting our Customer Advocates in establishing, maintaining and building strong customer relationships through responsive and creative sales and service strategies.

• Support and promote our values and the ImageFIRST way to build the company by positively impacting the lives of our associates, customers and community.

Communication: Excellent oral, written, phone and face to face Load and unload truck, truck organization.

• Manage customer inventory

Product knowledge: pricing, codes, colors, sizing, changes/quantities, availability, product application Paperwork: work order preparation and follow-up, invoice accuracy

• Provide route relief to cover Customer Advocate vacations and call offs (flexibility)
• Provide additional route support as needed (Reroutes, additional volume etc…)

Make special deliveries to customers

• Lead generation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required Clean driving record Must possess a valid DOT (Department of Transportation) medical certification or obtain one within a designated timeframe. This role occasionally requires covering delivery routes in the absence of regular drivers; therefore, candidates must meet DOT eligibility requirements and be comfortable operating company vehicles as needed.

Ability to lift 50 pounds plus and push and pull carts of linen Must be computer literate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Some delivery, logistics and/or route experience One year experience with account management and ensuring customer satisfaction Knowledge: Practical insight specific to the textile services industry and operations Company Values & Benefits

Benefits:

Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401k (match) Paid Time Off Package Tuition Reimbursement Referral Program Great company culture Collaborative team environment

Required Competencies:

Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact with Be Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction Be Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safe Be Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we do EOE / Drug-Free Workplace We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.