CDL Delivery Driver

Adams Beverages Nc•Rock Hill, SC

About The Position

The CDL Delivery Driver is responsible for safely and promptly delivering and servicing products sold within an assigned route and operating a commercial motor vehicle to reach customer locations. Drivers generally work as one-person units and must understand and follow company policies and procedures. This is a salary-exempt position that is not subject to overtime calculations and may average 40–50 hours per week. For DOT tracking, the employee reports hours in the time and attendance system. The position reports directly to the Delivery Manager. The role includes vehicle and DOT checks, securing and verifying loads, following safety and check-in/check-out procedures, maintaining a clean truck and trailer, completing deliveries and related transactions, handling returns and product issues, and completing end-of-day procedures. The driver also participates in company and team meetings and relevant continuing education and safety programs. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Delivery Manager, Delivery Assistants, VPs, Branch Manager, or ownership. The work involves frequent exposure to vehicles, moving mechanical parts, and traffic, with noise levels ranging from quiet to loud. Physical duties include sitting, standing, walking, climbing, reaching, and repeatedly lifting at least 50 pounds without assistance, as well as maneuvering loads up to 165 pounds with a hand truck or lifting implement. Reasonable accommodation may be limited by DOT requirements.

Requirements

Effectively communicate orally and in writing with customers.
Maintain a smartphone with a data plan capable of operating delivery software.
Knowledge of company objectives.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to read and understand merchandise pricing and invoices.
Excellent computer skills in applicable programs.
Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues.
Possess and maintain a clean Class A commercial driver's license in accordance with DOT regulations for operating the delivery vehicle.
Driving record free of significant violations that meets company policies and standards for at least 60 months.
Attend driver safety courses.
Possess and maintain an ABC Permit for peddling alcoholic products.
3–5 years of experience in material delivery or distribution.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to repeatedly lift at least 50 pounds unassisted and maneuver loads up to 165 pounds using a hand truck or lifting implement.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including talking, hearing, sitting, handling or feeling with the hands, standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; close vision is required.

Responsibilities

Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Check load security; verify inventory and equipment, including pallet jacks and sleds.
Follow safety, check-in, and check-out policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean truck and trailer.
Follow the assigned route sequence.
Deliver and rotate product.
Pick up empties, damaged goods, and OOC product.
Communicate delivery issues with the Sales Representative.
Complete invoice and payment transactions.
Follow procedures for refused or undelivered stops.
Complete end-of-day procedures, including proving A/R, inventory, and handling out-of-date product.
Review orders before and after delivery to ensure completeness, correct charges, and customer satisfaction.
Level product throughout the day and minimize breakage.
Meet expectations for attendance, appearance, professionalism, retailer satisfaction, and performance (SSM).
Participate in company and team meetings and continuing education programs when necessary, including BrewU courses related to job functions and safety.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Delivery Manager, Delivery Assistants, VPs, Branch Manager, and ownership.