Position Title: Route Manager-Armored Transportation

Location: WI, Slinger

EOE Statement:

Thillens is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Thillens does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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

Higschool/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.

Position Requirements:

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

About the Organization:

Position:

Route Manager-Armored Transportation

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

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