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RSA - DOT CDL - A Driver - Fayetteville

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
short and long term disability
401k with matching contribution
Profit-Sharing plan
Employee assistance program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid vacation and holidays
employee credit union

Job Description

Ben E. Keith Company is a distinguished leader in the food and beverage distribution industry, with a rich history spanning over a century. Established in 1906, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering fine food and premium beverage products to customers across multiple states. As a family-owned business, Ben E. Keith takes pride in its deep-rooted commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and community support. The company operates through two main divisions: the Food Division, which is a broad line multi-state distributor offering an extensive range of food products, and the Beverage Division, which proudly distributes Anheuser-Busch products along with craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wines throughout Texas.

Ben E. Keith's mission focuses on the growth and success of its business, customers, and employees by maintaining a tradition of quality and excellence. The organization emphasizes fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment where every employee's contribution is valued and diversity is embraced to enhance creativity and innovation in tackling business challenges. The company is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, promoting diversity among minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

The role available at Ben E. Keith is a professional driving position integral to the company’s distribution operations. The driver will be responsible for performing product deliveries along assigned routes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of food and beverage products to various customer locations. Lifting, handling, and safely placing products in designated storage areas are key aspects of the role. The driver must maintain vehicle safety by inspecting equipment regularly and adhering to both company and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This includes compliance with safety guidelines, traffic laws, and motor carrier regulations.

Additionally, the driver is tasked with managing paperwork, including delivery receipts, vehicle logs, and cargo documentation, which support the efficient operation of transportation routes. The role demands strong communication skills to report any mechanical issues, delays, or incidents promptly to the supervisor or base location. Drivers at Ben E. Keith benefit from advanced safety technologies such as AI-powered dash cameras, which recognize safe driving and record safety events to promote driver performance and exonerate drivers in the event of accidents.

This is a full-time position that offers competitive compensation alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of employees and their families. The company also provides professional development opportunities through educational assistance programs. Overall, this position is an excellent opportunity for those committed to safety, customer service excellence, and professional growth within a stable and respected company in the food and beverage distribution sector.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence
  • DOT certification required
  • At least 1 year of route driving experience
  • Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs
  • Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Self-motivated and customer-focused
  • Commitment to company principles and standards

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
  • High school diploma or GED

Job Duties

  • Perform product deliveries along assigned routes and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
  • Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service and repairs as needed
  • Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses, ensuring accurate delivery windows for each route stop
  • Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each route stop according to customer requests
  • 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
  • Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT changes in guidelines
  • 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
  • Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered
  • Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or other traffic situations to base location as needed
  • Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries
  • Maintain records, including vehicle logs, cargo and/or billing statements in accordance with BEK policies

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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