Route Service Manager - UniFirst

Job overview

The Route Service Manager at UniFirst is an onsite leadership role based in Gridley, IL. This position offers a base salary range of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, plus bonus eligibility, and supports the local service department in delivering high-quality garment and facility services. This role exists to recruit, train, and lead a team of Route Service Supervisors and Representatives. The manager is responsible for driving customer satisfaction, managing account growth, and ensuring operational profitability through effective team coaching and relationship management.

What you'll do

• Recruit, train, and develop Route Service Supervisors and Representatives.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with location management to optimize service programs.
• Negotiate customer contract renewals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

gridley il

unifirst

management

customer service

route management

no nights

no weekends

$65k-$85k

leadership

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount

Why this role

No nights or weekends, career mobility, and comprehensive benefits including profit sharing and tuition reimbursement.

About the employer

UniFirst is hiring for this role. Industry: Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated). Sector: 81.