Driver Merchandiser Assistant

CONA Services•Springfield, IL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver Merchandiser Assistant is a paid training position to obtain a Commercial Driver License at the Heartland CDL Training Program. Upon completion of the program, placement into a CDL Driver position will be provided. This role involves attending driver training, completing company-specific content training, and potentially assisting in distribution or warehouse operations when not actively participating in the driver training program. The position requires a commitment to maintain employment with Heartland Coca-Cola for a period of two years post-training.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
A minimum of one year of work experience is required.
Meet admission guidelines for the Heartland Program.
Must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
Possess a valid driver’s license, with a driving record within MVR guidelines.
Must have completed applicable knowledge testing and hold a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) prior to entering the Heartland Driver Training Program.
Satisfactorily complete all background checks upon conditional offer, including criminal record check, DOT drug and alcohol testing, DOT physical exam, and Motor Vehicle Record Check.
Ability to obtain PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certification upon hire is required.
In accordance with the regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: must be able to 1) read, speak, and write the English language sufficiently to converse with the public; 2) understand highway traffic signs and signals; and 3) make entries on reports and records.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail customer service experience preferred.
Prior merchandising or warehouse order builder experience preferred.
Prior experience using powered pallet jack preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend driver training program held at Heartland Coca-Cola.
Complete program satisfactorily within program guidelines and obtain CDL.
Complete company specific content training such as outlet specific training, driver handheld usage, customer service, and safety.
Maintain employment with Heartland Coca-Cola for a period of two years.
Other duties as assigned such as assisting in distribution or warehouse (when not actively participating in the driver training program).