Route Delivery Driver
Company
Division Laundry Dallas
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 hours ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
Job Description
Description
Job Summary
The Route Delivery 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 Job Functions, Duties, and 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.
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.
Requirements
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
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.
EEO Statement
Employees of Division Laundry Dallas, LLC 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 Dallas, LLC 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 Dallas, LLC are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.
Job Summary
The Route Delivery 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 Job Functions, Duties, and 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.
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.
Requirements
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
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.
EEO Statement
Employees of Division Laundry Dallas, LLC 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 Dallas, LLC 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 Dallas, LLC are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
