Immediate Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry
Role Based in Traverse City
Fast Facts
- Employer: Textile Transit Co. (Hiring in Traverse City)
- Worksite: Traverse City, MI
- Position: Industrial Linen & Laundry Route Driver (Based in Traverse City)
- This Traverse City-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Textile Transit Co. team in Traverse City, MI is growing.
- Benefit from working in Traverse City, a key hub for the Hospitality Logistics industry.
What You Get
- Pay: $4.4k-$6.4k/Month (approx. $64.7k/Year)
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Clear growth pathways at our Traverse City office.
Position Scope
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Traverse City location.
Drive the Hospitality Supply Chain
Major hotels, luxury restaurants, and large-scale hospitals cannot function without a continuous, massive supply of clean linens, towels, and uniforms. As an Industrial Linen Route Driver, you are the critical logistical link for the hospitality sector. You will pilot a large commercial box truck (often requiring a Class B CDL) along a dedicated daily route, picking up massive bins of soiled laundry and delivering perfectly pressed textiles. This is a highly physical, heavy-duty route driver role offering immense job security and robust union or corporate benefits.
Industrial Routing Operations
- Heavy Fleet Operation: Safely pilot a 24-foot to 26-foot commercial box truck equipped with a heavy-duty hydraulic liftgate through tight downtown hotel alleys and hospital loading docks.
- Massive Freight Handling: This is an extremely physical role. You will utilize commercial wheeled laundry carts (often weighing 400+ lbs each) to move massive volumes of wet, soiled linens out of customer basements, and roll heavy carts of clean inventory into their storage rooms.
- Account Auditing: Execute precise digital tracking. You must ensure the exact weight or piece-count of the clean laundry delivered matches the client's invoice, resolving any shortages immediately with the facility managers.
- Route Optimization: Master a specific urban or suburban territory, anticipating dock delays at major hotels and communicating ETA updates to your clients.
The Linen Route Payoff
Because this role requires a hybrid of commercial driving and grueling physical labor, it commands highly competitive base pay, often supplemented by route-completion bonuses. The schedule is highly stable (typically morning dispatch), guaranteeing you are home every evening.
Requirements
Must be 21+ years old. A valid Commercial Driver's License (Class B or A) is heavily preferred, though some routes utilize non-CDL straight trucks. You must have a pristine driving record. Elite physical strength is an absolute requirement; you must be capable of pushing and pulling massive, wheeled laundry carts weighing hundreds of pounds up and down liftgates. Background check and DOT physical required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry position pay at Textile Transit Co.?
This role offers a pay range of $4,400 - $6,380. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Traverse City.
Where is this Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry job located?
This position is based in Traverse City, MI. Textile Transit Co. has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Traverse City.
What qualifications do I need for this Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry role?
Most Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry positions at Textile Transit Co. require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Opening in Traverse City for a Industrial Linen & Laundry position in Traverse City?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Textile Transit Co. reviews applications on a rolling basis.
How long does the Textile Transit Co. hiring process take?
The hiring process at Textile Transit Co. is typically fast, often completed within 1-2 weeks. After submitting your application, you may receive a response within a few days. Some positions offer same-week start dates.
Can I transfer to other Textile Transit Co. locations after being hired?
Textile Transit Co. offers internal transfer opportunities for associates in good standing. You may be eligible to transfer to other facilities or roles after meeting minimum tenure requirements.