Delivery Driver DOT - Llano, TX
Join Ben E. Keith family, where:
We are a stable, family-owned company with a culture of true care and concern for our employees, customers and communities
We offer competitive pay, including incentive, profit sharing, 401k with matching, top tier benefits, bonus potential
Career growth potential with tuition reimbursement program
Employees have great autonomy in their jobs
The Delivery Driver- DOT is responsible for delivering Ben E. Keith Beverages product to customers' retail locations on an assigned route. The Bulk Rep DOT will adhere to a delivery schedule, verify the accuracy of each order, fill cooler windows and back stock, rotate product, and ensure a great delivery experience by picking up all cardboard and trash. This position will also be responsible for completing all necessary paperwork and documenting activities.
Build healthy business relationships and establish good communication with our retail customers
Safely unload order at customer location with the aid of a hand truck (dolly), manual or electric jack
Organize and refill back stock, coolers, beer shelves and displays
Count, fill, and condense back stock and retailer shelf inventory
Count and verify order completeness with customer; obtain customer signature and payment
Maintain designated back stock area at customer location; ensure area is organized and free of trash
Verify product order with customer to ensure accuracy
Collect payment and signature from customer upon delivery
Check in product and pallets upon return to the warehouse, making sure the load sheet is properly completed
Complete paperwork including the deposit of checks and money orders to be turned in to the cashier
Refuel truck at the end of the day
Communicate with sales staff any observed opportunities or challenges
Perform job duties in a variety of settings (grocery, convenience, bar, etc.) and under challenging weather conditions (such as rain or snow)
Ensure company equipment is in safe, working condition; reports any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor
Operate all company equipment safely and in a manner consistent with company policy
Build displays as required
Complete a pre-trip and post-trip inspection of truck; if something needs attention document and report problem to be corrected
Maintain and keep clean assigned company vehicle at all times
Meet all DOT and Ben E. Keith standards of safety and compliance regarding the company vehicle as well as when driving and loading or unloading the vehicle.
Project a friendly, professional image at all times
Attend meetings as required
Prioritize multiple, competing priorities
Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to read and write English
Must be 21 yrs. or older to apply
Ability to operate/drive single axle truck with 27 ft. trailer
Position requires a Texas Class A CDL driver’s license with a clean MVR
Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Basic computer skills preferred
High school graduate or GED required
Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras which leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events and improve driver safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.