Route Manager-Armored Transportation

Thillens

  • Peoria, Illinois
  • 21 days ago

    Highlights

    As a Route Manager, you hold a hands-on leadership role supporting daily armored route operations in a secure, regulated environment. We are one of the largest independently owned armored transportation and cash-logistics companies in the Midwest, operating multiple branches across Illinois and Wisconsin.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPeoria, Illinois

    Description

    We are one of the largest independently owned armored transportation and cash-logistics companies in the Midwest, operating multiple branches across Illinois and Wisconsin.

    As a Route Manager, you hold a hands-on leadership role supporting daily armored route operations in a secure, regulated environment.

    You are responsible for leading a route crew and ensuring routes are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This is not a desk-only position - Route Managers are actively involved in route execution and team leadership.

    Route Manager Pay & Benefits

    • Training Pay: $19.00 per hour (first 90 days)
    • Route Manager Pay: $22.00 per hour + performance-based bonus
    • Guaranteed minimum hourly pay with additional earning potential based on:

    • Route performance and productivity
    • Number of completed stops
      • Quarterly bonuses (discretionary): $750 - $3,000
      • Top performers can earn $25+ per hour, with additional upside tied to performance

    Route Manager Responsibilities & Qualifications

    • Lead and manage a route team
    • Ensure daily routes are completed safely and accurately
    • Perform and oversee armored route operations and ATM service
    • Enforce security procedures and company policies
    • Ensure accurate cash handling, data entry, and documentation
    • Identify and address performance or training gaps within the route crew
    • Reliable, accountable, and comfortable leading a small team
    • Detail-oriented and security-focused
    • Able to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment
    • Willing to be hands-on and lead by example

    Route Manager Requirements

    • At least 21 years of age
    • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
    • Ability to pass background checks and DOT requirements
    • Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
    • Strong work ethic and professional demeanor

    Highschool/GED completed

    Licensing Requirements:
    • Illinois: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid FOID card
    • Wisconsin: Ability to obtain 108 Security Permit (DSPS)

    Security or firearm experience is helpful, but not required - training is provided.

    Benefits

    • Medical PPO & HSA plans
    • AFLAC supplemental benefits
    • Paid vacation
    • Employee referral bonuses
    • Annual firearm training
    • $1,000 sign-on bonus (paid after one year of service)
    • Strong team-oriented culture
    • Promotion from within strongly encouraged

    Why Join Us

    • Stable, growing company
    • Structured training with clear expectations
    • Leadership role with no relocation required
    • Performance-based bonus opportunities
    • Clear pathway to future advancement

    Ready to Apply? If you're looking for a leadership role with responsibility, structure, and growth, apply today.

     

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