Distribution Driver Class B - Union
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that invests in its people—equipping them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s is a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933 and a well-earned reputation for outstanding workplace culture.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage
- Dental and vision plans
- Tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability coverage and life insurance plans
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness program
- Parental leave
- Vacation accrual and paid sick leave
About the role
The Distribution Driver Class B is responsible for delivering products to clients; inspecting the general condition of the vehicle; preparing, loading, unloading, operating, and cleaning the vehicle in accordance with SGWS and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. Additional duties include reviewing standing orders, developing sales, processing payments, and maintaining records.
Responsibilities
- Deliver statewide products to bars, restaurants, hotels, or other customer locations
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle
- Receive payment for goods delivered
- Sort merchandise by invoice for delivery
- Adhere to safe and courteous operation of delivery vehicle at all times
- Check in money and returned goods daily with Driver Check-in & Accounting Cashier
- Complete all required paperwork daily, including Department of Transportation logbook and driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR)
- Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g., neat, clean, and properly attired)
- Adhere to all Safety regulations, and perform all duties in a safe manner
- Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods
- Load and unload cargo ensuring safety equipment is utilized
- Ensure cargo is secured properly compliant with safety requirements
- Report any incidents to dispatcher
- Follow and adhere to all traffic laws
- Maintain vehicle, product, and equipment tidy and in good working order
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- 1 year of experience
- Class B Commercial Driver's License required
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Demands
- Considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- Frequently lift, lower, push, carry, or pull up to 48 pounds
- Regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift, pallet jacks, and battery change stations
- Work may involve repetitive motions, working at varying heights, and exposure to warehouse environmental conditions
- Extended hours, overtime, weekends, and peak-season schedules may be required
Pay
Competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $30.50/hour. Final offer will be based on a candidate's education, skills, and experience.