RSA - DOT CDL - A Driver (lo)

Job Requirements

Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, assemble orders, manage multiple assignments, follow transportation policies, and report problems.

• Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Request service and repairs as needed.
• Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Manage multiple assignments and tasks, ensuring appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.
• Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Comply with traffic laws and obey transportation and traffic procedures.
• Follow transportation policies, DOT regulations, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.
• Ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.

Job Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required.
• DOT certification required.
• Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence.
• Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary software.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organization.
• Self-motivated; customer-focused.
• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented; prioritization; Innovative problem solver.
• Active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills.
• Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• 401K with matching contribution.
• Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Paid Vacation and holidays.
• Employee Credit Union.

About the Role

Ben E. Keith Company is a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. We are one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States and offer competitive employee benefits.

Skills

• Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith.
• Use of dash cameras leveraging artificial intelligence for recognizing safe driving, capturing safety events, and improving driver safety performance.
• Sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm understanding of driver safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required.
• DOT certification required.

Schedule

Ben E. Keith Company does not specify a particular schedule.

Pay

Ben E. Keith Company does not specify a particular pay structure.