Local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver

Ben E. Keith Company • Smiths Station, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Ben E. Keith Company, the Local Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver performs product deliveries along assigned routes and related duties to support customer satisfaction. The role includes preparing orders for timely delivery, placing products in customer-designated storage locations, maintaining product accuracy and preventing damage, and handling delivery paperwork, receipts, and monies. Drivers inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, report maintenance needs and route issues, and follow company, transportation, safety, food-safety, and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. The position uses dash cameras with artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, improve driver safety performance, and provide video that may exonerate drivers in accidents; 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 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, 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 other 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 assigned storage locations at customer stops according to customer requests.
• Maintain delivery accuracy and prevent product damage through proper handling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Manage assignments and tasks while making appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.
• Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures, safety guidelines, traffic laws, and transportation procedures.
• Follow DOT regulations, food and personal safety regulations, and company personnel policies and procedures; maintain DOT compliance and awareness of guideline changes.
• Meet BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training.
• Complete administrative tasks and paperwork to support efficient 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 records such as vehicle logs and cargo or billing statements in accordance with BEK policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and 100% company-paid profit sharing.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and educational assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED