What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Sales Professional- Grand Rapids position at CLS?
Join a Team Where You’re More Than Just a Number — You’re Family.
Looking for a career where your hard work is recognized and your relationships matter? At Continental Linen Services (CLS), we’re more than a company — we’re a family business with over 125 years of history built on trust, service, and innovation.
As a Route Sales Professional, you’ll be the face of CLS — connecting with customers, ensuring they have the products they need, and taking pride in representing a company that values quality and community. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the move, building strong relationships, and making a difference every day.
CLS proudly serves customers across Michigan from our locations in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Livonia, Cadillac, Alpena, and Saginaw, providing everything from linens and uniforms to custom apparel, facility products, and first aid services.
If you’re ready for a career that keeps you active, rewards your drive, and treats you like family — join the CLS team today.
What We’re Looking For: CLS is seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. The ideal Route Sales Professional will be an extrovert who enjoys meeting new people, being physically active, likes team collaboration while working independently.
Work is performed both in the office and in the field, using a box truck, computer or tablet, telephone, copier, and other office equipment. Traveling to different customer locations is required, and occasionally to different CLS Branch locations, using a company vehicle. This position will require you to obtain a chauffeur's license and DOT medical card.
Why Join CLS?
Looking for a career where your hard work is recognized and your relationships matter? At Continental Linen Services (CLS), we’re more than a company — we’re a family business with over 125 years of history built on trust, service, and innovation.
As a Route Sales Professional, you’ll be the face of CLS — connecting with customers, ensuring they have the products they need, and taking pride in representing a company that values quality and community. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the move, building strong relationships, and making a difference every day.
CLS proudly serves customers across Michigan from our locations in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Livonia, Cadillac, Alpena, and Saginaw, providing everything from linens and uniforms to custom apparel, facility products, and first aid services.
If you’re ready for a career that keeps you active, rewards your drive, and treats you like family — join the CLS team today.
What We’re Looking For: CLS is seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. The ideal Route Sales Professional will be an extrovert who enjoys meeting new people, being physically active, likes team collaboration while working independently.
- Effective communicator with strong verbal skills
- Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency
- Ability to drive up to 12 hours a day if necessary (but many of the routes end earlier)
- Capable of pushing/pulling rolling laundry carts and lifting up to 75 lbs
- At least one year of customer service experience
- Chauffeur License and a clean driving record
- Prior route experience is a plus
Work is performed both in the office and in the field, using a box truck, computer or tablet, telephone, copier, and other office equipment. Traveling to different customer locations is required, and occasionally to different CLS Branch locations, using a company vehicle. This position will require you to obtain a chauffeur's license and DOT medical card.
Why Join CLS?
- Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, engaging setting.
- Leadership: Lead your route like you own it!
- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Vacation, 401K with match, Uniforms provided, and incentive programs.
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000