HIL - Route Relief Driver

Hiland Dairy•Houston, TX

67d

About The Position

The Route Relief Drivers will be responsible for the delivery and restocking of products to retail stores and/or wholesale distribution locations. This position will cover various routes and will require travel. Driver must follow all Department of Transportation regulations.

Requirements

Six months of verifiable experience driving Class A or Class B commercial vehicles preferred.
Must have a Class A or B commercial driver's license.
Must be able to pass a D.O.T. Physical, background and Drug Screen
Must Pass clearinghouse.
Minimum Age: 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations
Experience in product delivery and customer service preferred.
Open to relocating or transferring to other locations as dictated by the operational requirements of the business.
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
Require travel.

Nice To Haves

Past route sales experience and a good driving record preferred

Responsibilities

Safely load, unload, and deliver products to each account.
Drive truck over established route to deliver, stock, and stage products at customer locations.
Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays and deliver promotional material to customers.
Verify shipment accuracy and salable condition of the product.
Resolve discrepancies and customer complaints.
Collect empty containers, and rejected, or unsold merchandise for a return.
Complete daily inventory, orders, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery as required.
Perform Motor Vehicle Inspections on trucks to conform to DOT regulations and company policy and assist with routine maintenance on trucks.
Exhibit courteousness toward customers, work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors, maintain a neat appearance and follow established policies and directions of management.
Maintain vehicle and hours of service logs as required by DOT.
Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.