Route SpecialistWe are looking for a dynamic Route Specialist to join our team in Portland, Oregon!Rate of Pay: $28.00-$31.00 (DOE)Schedule: Monday - FridayOccasional OT as neededThis 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 faceLoad and unload truck, truck organization.Manage customer inventoryProduct knowledge: pricing, codes, colors, sizing, changes/quantities, availability, product applicationPaperwork: work order preparation and follow-up, invoice accuracyProvide 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 customersLead generationMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredClean driving recordMust 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 linenMust be computer literatePreferred Qualifications:Some delivery, logistics and/or route experienceOne year experience with account management and ensuring customer satisfactionKnowledge: Practical insight specific to the textile services industry and operationsRequired Competencies:Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact withBe Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interactionBe Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safeBe Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we doBenefits:Weekly payMedical, Dental, VisionPet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance401k (match)Paid Time Off PackagePaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementReferral ProgramGreat company cultureCollaborative team environmentEOE / Drug-Free WorkplaceWe 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.