CDL-A Route Driver: Fresh Food & Beverage Deliveries

Ben E. Keith; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short and Long Term Disability

401K with matching contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employee Credit Union

Job summary

Ben E. Keith is hiring a Driver in Tallahassee, FL to perform daily deliveries along assigned routes. You will inspect vehicles, assemble orders, and ensure accurate, on-time deliveries while maintaining safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes customer service, record-keeping, and proper handling of products in a fast-paced distribution environment. Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, at least one year of route driving experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to DOT and FMCSA 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
• Strong 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
• 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 duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies and request service and repairs as needed
• Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses
• Place delivered products in storage locations according to customer requests
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage
• Communicate problems to Transportation Supervisor by phone
• Read maps and follow written and verbal directions
• Manage multiple assignments and tasks with proper time, equipment, and materials
• Follow BEK transportation policies and DOT regulations
• Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT guideline changes
• Ensure conformance with BEK standards for appearance, conduct, and training
• Complete administrative tasks and paperwork for transportation operations
• Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved and delivered
• Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or traffic situations to base location
• Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries
• Maintain vehicle logs, cargo and billing statements in BEK system

Skills

DOT Regulations

Route Driving

Customer Service

Microsoft Office

Lifting 50 lbs

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MAPS/Navigation Apps

Job description

Ben E. Keith is hiring a Driver in Tallahassee, FL to perform daily deliveries along assigned routes. You will inspect vehicles, assemble orders, and ensure accurate, on-time deliveries while maintaining safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes customer service, record-keeping, and proper handling of products in a fast-paced distribution environment. Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, at least one year of route driving experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.