Local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver

Ben E. Keith Company•Albany, GA

About The Position

Ben E. Keith Company is hiring a local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver to deliver products along assigned routes and perform related duties to ensure customer satisfaction. The role includes preparing orders for timely delivery, placing products in customer-designated storage locations, and ensuring deliveries are accurate and undamaged. Drivers inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, report maintenance needs and route issues, and follow company transportation policies, DOT regulations, traffic laws, and food and personal safety requirements. The position also involves customer service, administrative paperwork, invoice review, handling delivery receipts and monies, and maintaining vehicle, cargo, and billing records. Drivers use dash cameras with artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, and improve safety performance. Video may also be used to exonerate drivers in accidents; drivers sign a consent form upon hire confirming their understanding.

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 Department of Transportation 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 with multiple levels of the organization.
Self-motivated and customer-focused.
Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented, with prioritization skills and the ability to solve problems innovatively.
Active listening skills 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 accurate delivery windows at each route stop.
Place delivered products in assigned storage locations according to customer requests.
Maintain delivery accuracy and prevent damage caused by 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, safety guidelines, traffic laws, DOT regulations, food and personal safety regulations, and company personnel policies.
Remain DOT compliant and stay aware 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 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 monies received from customer deliveries.
Maintain vehicle logs, cargo records, and billing statements in accordance with company policies.