Local Class A CDL Driver

Ben E. Keith Company•Victoria, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Local Class A CDL Driver performs product deliveries along assigned routes and other related duties to ensure customer satisfaction. The role includes preparing orders, delivering products within accurate route-stop delivery windows, and placing products in customer-designated storage locations while preventing damage through careful handling. Drivers inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, report service needs and mechanical issues, communicate problems or delays to the Transportation Supervisor or base location, and follow assigned routes using maps and written or verbal directions. The position requires compliance with Ben E. Keith transportation policies, DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, traffic laws, food and personal safety regulations, and company policies. Drivers complete paperwork and administrative tasks, review customer invoices, turn in receipts and customer payments, and maintain vehicle, cargo, and billing records. Drivers are also expected to meet company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training. Ben E. Keith uses dash cameras with artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, improve driver safety performance, and help exonerate drivers in accidents. Drivers sign a consent form upon hire acknowledging their understanding of the cameras.

Requirements

At least 1 year of route driving experience.
DOT certification.
Valid State Class A CDL license in the driver's state of residence.
Knowledge of and adherence to DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines.
Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards.
Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications or proprietary software.
Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills.
Strong interpersonal skills across multiple organizational levels.
Self-motivated and customer-focused.
Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented, able to prioritize, and an innovative problem solver.
Active listening and independent thinking and decision-making skills.
Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Perform product deliveries along assigned routes and related duties to ensure customer satisfaction.
Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, including tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service or repairs as needed.
Assemble orders for timely delivery and meet the delivery windows for each route stop.
Place delivered products in customer-designated storage locations.
Handle products carefully to maintain delivery accuracy and prevent damage.
Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
Manage multiple assignments and use time, equipment, and materials appropriately.
Follow company transportation policies and procedures and comply with safety guidelines, traffic laws, DOT regulations, and food and personal safety regulations.
Remain DOT compliant and stay aware of changes to DOT guidelines.
Meet company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
Complete administrative tasks and paperwork related to transportation operations.
Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents, and other traffic situations to the base location as needed.
Turn in receipts and money received from customer deliveries.
Maintain vehicle logs and cargo and/or billing statements in accordance with company policies.