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About The Position
The DOT Driver Trainee delivers products along assigned routes with multiple stops of varying difficulty while meeting delivery time windows. The position includes assembling customer orders, handling product accurately, inspecting and maintaining the vehicle, following traffic and transportation procedures, and keeping required logs and records. After successfully completing the driver training program, the trainee is expected to advance to a Driver DOT position with Ben E. Keith Foods. The role uses AI-enabled dash camera technology to support driver safety and accident investigations; drivers receive program information and sign a consent form during hiring.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL driver’s license.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments, and tasks; monitor time; use equipment, facilities, and materials appropriately; and provide timely, quality responses.
- Knowledge of customer service principles and processes, including needs assessment and meeting service quality standards.
- High school diploma or GED, plus one or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to lift over 50 pounds repetitively and occasionally lift over 100 pounds.
- Ability to work in all types of weather and walk extensively.
- Ability to stand for long periods and bend at the waist, stoop, and squat to lift heavy items properly.
- Normal use of shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, feet, and legs.
- Ability to read numbers and product descriptions.
Responsibilities
- Deliver products along assigned routes with multiple stops of varying difficulty.
- Read customer invoices to determine which items must be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
- Assemble customer orders for delivery to places of business.
- Meet delivery time windows at each stop.
- Deliver products accurately and prevent damage caused by mishandling.
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, including gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes.
- Report mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Maintain vehicle logs and records of cargo or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Report delays, accidents, and other traffic or transportation situations to the base.
- Complete the driver training program with the expectation of promotion to a Driver DOT position.
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, and educational assistance.
- Stable full-time employment.
- Opportunity to gain trailer-handling and transportation experience.
- Safety-focused culture with modern equipment and technology.
- Supportive team environment.
- Career advancement opportunities within transportation and distribution operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
