Delivery Driver

Tryon Distributing, LLC•Black Mountain, NC

20d•$21 - $25

About The Position

As a Delivery Driver, you will represent Tryon while delivering its selection of beer and wine to retail and restaurant partners. You will help ensure orders arrive on time and in good condition while providing professional customer service, building customer relationships, resolving delivery challenges, and maintaining Tryon’s quality standards. The role includes organizing and loading products, completing delivery paperwork, processing returns, and caring for the delivery vehicle. No CDL is required. If you complete all scheduled shifts in a week but work fewer than 40 hours, the company will provide the additional hours needed to reach 40 hours of full-time compensation. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, with 10-hour shifts beginning at 7:00 AM. Overtime and some weekend work may be expected. Work takes place in company delivery vehicles and at customer locations across assigned territories, including retail, restaurant, and other business sites. Employees must be comfortable working in changing weather conditions; noise levels are generally moderate. Tryon describes itself as a creative, collaborative company rooted in North Carolina’s alcohol beverage industry. Full-time team members are offered medical, vision, and dental insurance, along with a Health Reimbursement Account and additional benefits and perks.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to safely lift, carry, and maneuver up to 175 lbs.
Proficiency using mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices or similar technology.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently, using sound judgment.
Working knowledge of safe work practices and vehicle safety standards.
Comfort working in warehouse and delivery environments under varying weather conditions.
Ability to drive extended routes and adapt to changing road or delivery conditions.
Ability to manage time efficiently and perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Flexibility to work varying hours, including early mornings and occasional weekends as needed to meet delivery schedules.
Ability to safely lift up to 20 lbs. continually, up to 30 lbs. frequently, and between 50 and 175 lbs. occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk frequently for 3–5 hours per day and drive continually for 5–8 hours per day.
Ability to bend, twist, kneel, climb, squat, reach, stretch, and perform repetitive hand and foot motions occasionally throughout the workday.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a service-oriented or customer-facing position.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Previous experience operating a box truck or similar delivery vehicle.
Familiarity with material-handling equipment such as hand trucks, dollies, and pallet jacks.
Prior experience in beverage, distribution, or logistics industries.

Responsibilities

Organize and load products using route manifests to support an efficient, timely delivery schedule.
Gather and verify required delivery paperwork before departure.
Deliver products according to customer placement requirements, obtain necessary signatures, and complete documentation accurately.
Accept and process product returns, document them properly, and place them in the designated return area at the warehouse.
Provide friendly, professional customer service, address delivery concerns, and escalate unresolved issues to a supervisor when needed.
Keep the delivery vehicle clean and organized and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns to a supervisor.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time team members.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) reimbursements on eligible expenses through any of three sponsored medical plans.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, and Health Savings Account (HSA).
401(k) retirement plan with annual matching.
Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Critical illness, short-term disability, and accident insurance.
Legal and identity protection services.
Employee Assistance Program.
Travel assistance services.
Volunteer time off.
Paid time off.
Seven paid company holidays.
Employee Purchase Program.
Tuition reimbursement through the Education Incentive.
Parental Bonding Leave.
Service Milestone Awards.
Guaranteed hours: eligible employees who complete all scheduled shifts in a week but work fewer than 40 hours will receive additional hours needed to reach 40 hours of compensation.