Delivery Driver Local - DOT CDL - A - Lawton, OK

Ben E. Keith Company•Lawton, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906. This role involves performing product deliveries along assigned routes and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction. The driver will inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, assemble orders for timely delivery, place delivered products in assigned storage locations, and maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage. Immediate communication of problems to the Transportation Supervisor is required. The driver will read maps, manage multiple assignments, and follow BEK transportation policies and procedures, including DOT regulations and safety guidelines. Compliance with traffic laws and transportation procedures is essential. The driver must ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training. Administrative tasks and related paperwork, reviewing customer invoices, reporting mechanical problems or delays, turning in receipts and monies, and maintaining records are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
At least 1 year of route driving experience required
DOT certification required
Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence
Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines
Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards
Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary software
Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic math skills required
Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organization
Self-motivated; customer-focused
Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented; prioritization; Innovative problem solver
Active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills
Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards
High school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

At least one year of verifiable Food or Beverage Delivery Driving Experience in the last 5 years (for sign-on bonus)

Responsibilities

Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction.
Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service and repairs as needed.
Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses, ensuring accurate delivery windows for each route stop.
Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each route stop according to customer requests.
Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
Manage multiple assignments and tasks, ensuring appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.
Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
Comply with traffic laws and obey transportation and traffic procedures.
Follow transportation policies, DOT regulations, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.
Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT changes in guidelines.
Ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.
Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or other traffic situations to base location as needed.
Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries.
Maintain records, including vehicle logs, cargo and/or billing statements in accordance with BEK policies.