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Route Manager jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at logistics, distribution, and transportation companies that structure the role around degree-level operational planning and supply chain management. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years.
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Oceanside, California
Job ID
2605787
Route Service Manager
UniFirst seeking a Route Service Manager to join our team! The Route Service Manager will recruit and lead a team of Route Service Supervisors and Route Service Representatives who deliver to multiple customers per day - ranging from small family owned businesses to major corporate locations. The ideal candidate will drive customer satisfaction, account growth, and profitability for their location.
What’s in it for you?
Training:
Our Team Partners get quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility:
You may quickly find yourself on the fast-track to success. We are a rapidly growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. The Route Service Manager role can lead to many other leadership opportunities in our Plants and across the organization.
Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest. Did we mention no nights or weekends?
Diversity:
At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we believe it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
What you’ll be doing:
- Oversee the recruiting, training, and development of a team of Route Service Representatives and Route Service Supervisors
- Build strong relationships with your customers and elevate your team’s level of achievement in customer satisfaction
- Collaborate closely with location management team to provide the best customer service and product programs
- Negotiate customer contract renewals
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
- An individual who is business savvy and enjoys figuring out innovative ways to help increase profit and grow the customer satisfaction within their UniFirst Location
- A results-driven, relationship manager who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and help the team and most importantly, the customer
- Someone who will enjoy working with your own team of Route Service Representatives and Route Service Supervisors that need your help and support as they develop in their own role
- Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
- High School Diploma or GED – bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Prior customer service experience
- Ability problem solve and handle a variety customer service situations
- Ability to negotiate, train, coach and lead a team
- Strong computer proficiency (MS Office)
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- 21 years of age
- Valid non-commercial driver’s license in the state of residence
- Must meet pre-employment DOT physical requirements
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
Benefits & Perks
401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses
About UniFirst
The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 1.5-billion-dollar organization.
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 13,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
There’s a lot to love about UniFirst, where you come first.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
Location:
Oceanside, California
Job ID
2605787
Route Service Manager
UniFirst seeking a Route Service Manager to join our team! The Route Service Manager will recruit and lead a team of Route Service Supervisors and Route Service Representatives who deliver to multiple customers per day - ranging from small family owned businesses to major corporate locations. The ideal candidate will drive customer satisfaction, account growth, and profitability for their location.
What’s in it for you?
Training:
Our Team Partners get quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility:
You may quickly find yourself on the fast-track to success. We are a rapidly growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. The Route Service Manager role can lead to many other leadership opportunities in our Plants and across the organization.
Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest. Did we mention no nights or weekends?
Diversity:
At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we believe it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
What you’ll be doing:
- Oversee the recruiting, training, and development of a team of Route Service Representatives and Route Service Supervisors
- Build strong relationships with your customers and elevate your team’s level of achievement in customer satisfaction
- Collaborate closely with location management team to provide the best customer service and product programs
- Negotiate customer contract renewals
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
- An individual who is business savvy and enjoys figuring out innovative ways to help increase profit and grow the customer satisfaction within their UniFirst Location
- A results-driven, relationship manager who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and help the team and most importantly, the customer
- Someone who will enjoy working with your own team of Route Service Representatives and Route Service Supervisors that need your help and support as they develop in their own role
- Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
- High School Diploma or GED – bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Prior customer service experience
- Ability problem solve and handle a variety customer service situations
- Ability to negotiate, train, coach and lead a team
- Strong computer proficiency (MS Office)
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- 21 years of age
- Valid non-commercial driver’s license in the state of residence
- Must meet pre-employment DOT physical requirements
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
Benefits & Perks
401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses
About UniFirst
The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 1.5-billion-dollar organization.
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 13,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
There’s a lot to love about UniFirst, where you come first.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Route Manager
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Route Manager roles don't qualify automatically as specialty occupations. Target employers who write the position around a business, logistics, or supply chain management degree. Pull the O*NET profile for 11-3071.00 to match your credentials to the degree-level duties USCIS evaluates.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your Route Manager job search to employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces that DOL disclosure data by role and location, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the specialty occupation question for this position.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the relevant SOC code and metropolitan area before you discuss compensation, so you know the floor the employer is legally required to meet.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
Route Manager roles often involve multiple depots or distribution centers. Each distinct worksite location requires its own certified LCA on file. If your employer adds a facility after your petition is approved, they need a new LCA certified before you work there, not after.
Account for premium processing when timing matters
If your OPT or prior status has a narrow runway, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing. USCIS targets a 15-business-day adjudication window under premium, which can be the difference between a gap in authorization and a clean start date.
Document operational scope to support specialty occupation
An offer letter listing vague supervisory duties won't satisfy USCIS scrutiny. Ask your employer to detail the degree-level responsibilities in writing: data-driven route optimization, logistics systems management, or supply chain analysis. That specificity belongs in the I-129 support letter.
H-1B Visa Route Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Route Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. USCIS requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field, such as supply chain management, business administration, or logistics. Employers who sponsor Route Managers for H-1B typically structure the role around degree-level duties like quantitative route modeling, logistics systems oversight, or operations analysis, rather than general supervisory or driver-coordination tasks. The job description and support letter carry significant weight in the petition.
Which industries most commonly sponsor Route Manager roles on H-1B?
Logistics and third-party logistics companies, food and beverage distributors, e-commerce fulfillment operators, and regional freight carriers are the employer categories that most frequently file LCAs for Route Manager positions. These employers tend to frame the role around data systems, network optimization, and cost modeling, which supports the specialty occupation argument. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for this title so you can target your applications accordingly.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer adds new delivery locations?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties needs its own certified LCA on file before you work there. If your employer expands operations to a new facility or distribution center after your petition is approved, they must file and receive DOL certification for that location. Working at an unlisted site before certification is a compliance violation that can affect your status and the employer's ability to sponsor future workers.
How long can I stay in the U.S. on H-1B as a Route Manager?
USCIS grants H-1B status in increments of up to three years, with extensions available up to a six-year maximum under standard rules. If your employer is sponsoring you for a green card through the PERM process and an I-140 is approved, you may be eligible for extensions beyond six years under AC21 provisions. Your status is tied to your continued employment with the sponsoring employer in the approved role.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a different Route Manager employer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as you're maintaining valid status. The new employer must file their own LCA certified for your worksite location and submit the petition before your current authorized period ends. The cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm current requirements with USCIS for your specific situation.