Local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver

Ben E. Keith Company•Jemison, AL

About The Position

Ben E. Keith Company is hiring a Local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver to deliver products along assigned routes and help ensure customer satisfaction. The driver assembles orders, meets delivery windows, places products in customer-designated storage locations, and maintains delivery accuracy while preventing damage from mishandling. The role also includes inspecting vehicle equipment and supplies, reporting maintenance needs and route or traffic issues, and communicating problems to the Transportation Supervisor. The driver follows company transportation procedures, DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, traffic laws, food and personal safety requirements, and professional conduct and training standards. Administrative duties include reviewing invoices, completing paperwork, turning in delivery receipts and monies, and maintaining vehicle, cargo, and billing records. The position requires repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds. Drivers use dash cameras with artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving and capture safety events; all drivers sign a consent form upon hire.

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 pounds.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of the organization.
Self-motivation and a customer-focused approach.
Strong relationship-management and interpersonal skills.
Detail orientation, prioritization ability, and innovative problem-solving skills.
Active listening and independent thinking and decision-making skills.
Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Deliver products along assigned routes and perform 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 accurate delivery windows at each route stop.
Place products in customer-designated storage locations.
Ensure delivered products are accurate and are not damaged through mishandling.
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 safety guidelines.
Comply with traffic laws, transportation procedures, DOT regulations, food and personal safety regulations, and company personnel policies.
Maintain DOT compliance and awareness of changes to DOT guidelines.
Meet company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training.
Complete administrative tasks and paperwork to support transportation operations.
Review customer invoices to determine items to move, gather, distribute, and deliver.
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 billing records in accordance with company policies.