Driver: Class A CDL

About Us

Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and family-operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served communities across Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Responsibilities

• Perform a pre-trip inspection of the assigned vehicle and equipment
• Operate the designated delivery route safely and efficiently while following all DOT regulations and applicable traffic laws
• Unload product from trailers using a pallet jack and/or hand truck
• Confirm deliveries with store personnel and check in all merchandise upon arrival
• Verify order accuracy by checking quantities and obtaining customer signatures
• Stock cooler space, shelf space, and promotional displays at each account
• Rotate stock according to company freshness and merchandising guidelines
• Collect empty keg shells, damaged goods, and incorrectly ordered items for return credit
• Gather invoices and complete all required daily route paperwork
• Stay in close communication with sales representatives and retail account contacts
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous delivery driving experience preferred
• Valid driver's license with a clean record and no major traffic violations
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class A CDL along with a valid medical card
• Able to safely handle a fully loaded hand truck
• Comfortable operating handheld computers and route management devices

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to routinely lift and move beverage cases weighing 20–30 lbs., and lift up to 160 lbs. to waist height
• The role requires frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for long periods
• Work is carried out independently while serving multiple retail accounts each day
• Must be able to operate delivery vehicles safely across varying weather and road conditions

Schedule

4 x 10 hour shifts

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match up to 7%
• Health insurance available after 60 days
• Discounts on beverage products