CDL-A Route Driver: Beverages & Food Delivery

Ben E. Keith Company; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sh​

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company in Mississippi is seeking a CDL driver to support our food and beverage distribution operations. You will perform route deliveries, inspect equipment, assemble orders, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries to customer locations.

The role requires a State Class A CDL, at least 1 year of route driving, DOT knowledge, and strong communication and math skills. We value safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience.
• DOT certification required.
• Valid State Class A CDL license 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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Route driving

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent thinking

Self-motivated

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ben E. Keith Company in Mississippi is seeking a CDL driver to support our food and beverage distribution operations. You will perform route deliveries, inspect equipment, assemble orders, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries to customer locations.

The role requires a State Class A CDL, at least 1 year of route driving, DOT knowledge, and strong communication and math skills. We value safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.