Route Sales Driver - School Routes

Borden Dairy•Decatur, GA

About The Position

Borden Dairy is seeking a safety-conscious and reliable Route Sales Representative for school routes. The position is responsible for delivering and restocking products at school locations. The role involves driving an established route, serving customers, handling product and delivery records, inspecting and maintaining the truck, and following DOT requirements and company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 21 years of age.
Manual-transmission experience; automatic-transmission restrictions are not accepted.
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend.
Ability to routinely lift more than 60 pounds and push or pull up to 300 pounds with a hand-held hook.
Ability to work in hot and cold climates, indoors and outdoors, and on refrigerated trucks.

Nice To Haves

Six months of verifiable experience driving a Class A or Class B commercial vehicle.
Experience in product delivery and customer service.

Responsibilities

Safely load, unload, and deliver products at each account.
Drive a truck over an established route to deliver, stock, and stage products at customer locations.
Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays and deliver promotional materials to customers.
Verify shipment accuracy and that products are in salable condition.
Resolve discrepancies and customer complaints.
Collect empty containers, rejected products, or unsold merchandise for return.
Complete daily inventory, orders, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery as required.
Perform motor vehicle inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy, and assist with routine truck maintenance.
Treat customers courteously, work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors, maintain a neat appearance, and follow established policies and management direction.
Maintain vehicle and hours-of-service logs as required by DOT.
Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.