Lead CDL Delivery Driver

About the role

The role involves training new employees, running delivery routes, assisting supervisors, responding to customer complaints, and managing payroll. It also includes identifying process improvement opportunities and fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Trains newly hired employees and other personnel as assigned
• Runs a delivery route and performs delivery driver duties as required
• Assists the supervisor in monitoring delivery operations and employee performance
• Assists the supervisor in ensuring that safety, quality and performance/productivity and customer experience standards are met by conducting and submitting delivery surveys
• Acts as a resource for other delivery drivers, assisting with questions concerning vehicle and other equipment operation, delivery processes, routing, etc.
• Performs daily routing duties
• Responds to and resolves customer complaints as assigned
• Affixes to bi-weekly processing of payroll by accurately updating the department pay record and reviewing before submission
• Operates company vehicles safely, courteously and obeys all traffic regulations
• Assists delivery supervisor in setting goals, including those relating to operational performance, safety and regulatory standards
• Maintains favorable working relationships with employees and customers to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working environment
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and assists in the implementation of changes in partnership with members of leadership

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Some college education preferred
• Valid Class A CD and DOT medical card required
• 3+ years experience as a delivery driver preferred
• Previous experience in warehousing and/or distribution preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Qualifications

• Demonstrated adherence to Eagle Rock Rotation Policy and other delivery-related policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with and understand retailers and co-workers
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfort working independently, exercising sound judgment and taking initiative
• Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities
• Commitment to working safely and maintaining a fun and friendly work environment
• Understands and carefully follows company policies and procedures
• Willingly listens and demonstrates an ability to effectively address and resolve conflict
• Dedication to living out Eagle Rocks values of Family, Loyalty, Community and Teamwork when youre at work

Skills

• Physical demands and requirements

Physical Demands and Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching and twisting for shifts lasting 8+ hours
• Lifting, pushing and pulling of loads up to approximately 170 lbs. with no assistance
• Lifting, pushing and pulling of loads of approximately 300 lbs. with assistance and/or equipment
• Mobility and dexterity to safely navigate ramps and stairs and to safely operate equipment such as pallet jacks and wheelers
• Tolerance for working in refrigerated areas of the warehouse

Environmental Conditions and Temperament

• Works indoors in retail establishments and warehouse environments (including coolers)
• Works outdoors in varying weather conditions

About Us

The history of Eagle Rock Distributing Company goes all the way back the Prohibition Era, selling non-alcoholic beer and Canada Dry Ginger Ale. Quite a bit has changed since then and today we distribute a wide-array of premium and craft beers, cider, import beers, wines, spirits, as well as non-alcoholic beverages and local products out of our locations in Georgia and Colorado. One thing that hasn't changed since our start in 1930, however, is our unwavering commitment to our employees and loyal customers.

Compensation, Benefits and Application Window

• Compensation range: $50,000-$65,000 per year
• This position is eligible for the following benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Basic AD&D Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life Insurance, Child Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401(k) with company match.

Disclaimer

The list of requirements, duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive, but is merely the most accurate list for the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks be performed when circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technical development).