CDL-A Driver Trainee

Suntory; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Trainee Delivery Specialist to learn all aspects of route delivery and customer service, operating the delivery vehicle safely and efficiently on various routes including open and vacation routes.

During training you will perform inspections, drive responsibly, deliver products, merchandise shelves, and build strong relationships with store contacts while maintaining DOT compliance and PBV standards. This is an entry-level role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• DOT physical required prior to first day.
• CDL permit must be obtained within 45 business days.
• Positive attitude and detail oriented.
• Perform basic calculations.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Able to perform heavy physical labor.
• Team oriented and self-starter.
• Meet PBV driving qualifications.
• Work hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-post-trip inspection on truck according to DOT requirements.
• Safely drives and maneuvers a truck with 26,000+ pounds GVW.
• Serves all scheduled customers by end of shift.
• Delivers product to store.
• Executes delivery on all promotions.
• Unloads, merchandises and rotates product per PBV standards.
• Establishes positive working relationships with account contacts.
• Obtains required signatures and stamps for invoice settlement.
• Communicates issues to store personnel and management.
• Follows DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Follows company rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation's largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Trainee is primarily responsible for learning all aspects of a Customer Delivery Specialist role, including the safe and efficient operation of the delivery vehicle, and all duties necessary to provide world class service to our customers. Upon completion of training, the Trainee is responsible for performing the Customer Delivery Specialist function on various routes, (including open and vacation routes).

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Conducts pre-post-trip inspection on truck according to DOT requirements and promptly reports problems to the Fleet department.
• Safely drives and maneuvers a truck having a gross vehicle weight of under or over 26,000 pounds.
• Services all scheduled customers by the end of shift according to PBV and customer standards.
• Delivers product to store.
• Executes delivery on all promotions.
• Unloads, merchandises and rotates product in all accounts to PBV and customer standards (e.g., filling shelves and coolers, building and stocking displays, making products look attractive on shelves, rotating products, refilling out of stocks, removing out of date products, removing/returning shells, etc.)
• Establishes positive working relationships with primary contact at each account.
• Obtains required signatures, store stamps, or otherwise meets other requirements in order to ensure accurate settlement of all invoices at the end of the day.
• Communicates issues to appropriate store personnel and management.
• Follows all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Follows company rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a CDL permit by the 15th business day and 45 business days from their date of hire in which to obtain the license, if CDL is not currently held.
• Positive attitude and must be detail oriented.
• Perform basic financial calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Perform heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Self-starter with excellent follow-up skills.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Meet PBV driving qualifications.
• Work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Mental Functions

Repetitive job requiring frequent, but not more than normal mental or visual effort or alertness.

Physical Functions

Constantly (34%-66%) required to walk, stand, lift up to 56 pounds and push/pull 300-2400 pounds with the assistance of a pallet jack. Frequently (67%-100%) required to sit. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to climb.

EQUIPMENT USED

Cars / trucks, handheld computer, pallet jacks, hand trucks, phone, calculator, and general office equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

None required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to speak and read English.

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]