CDL-A Driver Trainee

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures in Garner, NC is seeking a Trainee Delivery Specialist to learn all aspects of delivery operations, including safe vehicle operation and world-class customer service. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, ability to pass a DOT physical, and willingness to obtain a CDL permit.

You will unload, stock, and merchandise at accounts while building positive relationships.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL permit or CDL license required within training period.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day.
• Must be able to obtain CDL permit by 45 business days if not held.
• Positive attitude with attention to detail and reliable attendance.
• Willingness to perform heavy physical labor and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre/post-trip inspections and reports issues.
• Safely drives a truck with GVW around 26,000 pounds.
• Delivers product to stores and executes promotions.
• Unloads, merchandises, and rotates product on shelves.
• Establishes positive relationships with account contacts and ensures accurate invoicing.
• Follows DOT/FMCSA regulations and company policies.

Skills

CDL license

Customer service

Safe driving

English communication

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.

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.

EESSENTIAL 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 are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, 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]

WHO WE ARE

We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125-year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory's non-alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80-year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond.

WHAT WE DO

We make, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and more beverages. We have the exclusive rights to make, sell, and distribute directly to stores in our territory the world-renowned PepsiCo and Keurig Dr. Pepper beverages. These exclusive rights make up the vast majority of our business and cover certain counties across five states. We also create our own beverages, producing and distributing them to our customers’ warehouses nationally. And we make, sell, and distribute to our customers’ warehouses a growing portfolio of beverages nationally. These beverages make up a small, but growing part of our business.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE

We bring you the beverages you love. We bring PepsiCo's and Keurig Dr. Pepper's beloved beverages and more to you and our customers. As a part of Suntory, we believe in dreaming big and boldly pursuing our dreams, growing for good, and giving back to society. We innovate to create new beverages, like our Nature's Twist refreshing lemonade line, and we continuously expand our beverage portfolio to bring you and our customers joy.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN TEAM MEMBERS

We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, creativity, and communication in all we do and expect the same.