CDL Bulk Delivery Driver

Coca-Cola Consolidated; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Coca-Cola Consolidated is seeking a Bulk Delivery Driver in La Vergne, TN. You will safely operate diesel tractor-trailers to deliver products to customer locations and unload pallets, while coordinating with sales teams to ensure excellent service.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, FMCSA knowledge, and ability to lift 50 lbs. Expect varied shifts and day-to-day interactions with store personnel. This position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate in English related to FMCSA regs.
• Must obtain FMCSA physical certification within 60 days of entry.
• Must hold a valid Class A CDL for Interstate driving within 60 days.
• Two years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Hazmat certification where necessary.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and use a pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Operate diesel tractor-trailers safely and efficiently for local/regional deliveries.
• Unload pallets at customer locations and reposition trailers as needed.
• Interact with customers and sales team to ensure service excellence.
• Plan routes using maps, GPS, and schedules to meet door times.
• Complete required freight paperwork and logs per FMCSA rules.

Skills

CDL Class A

FMCSA regulations

Pre-trip inspection

Trip planning

Customer service

English communication

Education

Hazmat certification (where required)

Tools

Pallet jack

Electronic log device

Job description

Pay Range: $25.67/hour

Requisition ID: 266446

Locations: LaVergne

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Job Overview

The Bulk Delivery driver is responsible for safely and efficiently operating diesel-powered tractor-trailers to transport and deliver products or materials in the packaged or palletized form to and from customer locations for local and regional distances following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and Company policies. This position unloads pallets loaded with the product within customer accounts, and repositions empty and loaded trailers, and interacts with customers and sales team while ensuring excellent service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform assigned pre-shift activities to ensure productive shift; review work schedules, checks equipment, and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, including the accuracy of the load, and prepare for operations
• Conduct a daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspection and in route safety inspection of truck and various trailers to ensure safe operation of all equipment according to FMCSA regulations
• Safely and legally operates the tractor-trailer at all times following all applicable laws and Company policy. Check and complete required paperwork associated with freight, obtaining required signatures and documentation verifying cargo pick-up and delivery
• Effectively trip plans using maps, GPS, written or verbal information to ensure efficient, legal, and on-time pick-up and delivery to meet scheduled door times. Use an electronic log to record daily hours of service following FMCSA, state, and Company requirements. Load and secure cargo against movement and damage within the trailer. Maintain seal control as required
• Ability to read and comprehend information related to the trip and being able to plan effectively for the trip; load and unload freight at customer locations using electric pallet jacks, manually or by other means, and foster relationships with team members and store personnel to eliminate any potential issues and maximize volume opportunities
• Perform needed post-shift activities including, couple and uncouple trucks from various trailers, slide tandems as needed, ability to raise and lower the loading gear, and open and close cargo doors, climb on and off the vehicle safely. Refuel truck with diesel, secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperwork

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and the FMCSA regulations
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid FMCSA physical certification with Interstate non-excepted classification within 60 days of entry into the position
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) valid for Interstate driving using manual and automatic transmission within 60 days of entry into the position (timeline for a permit, license varies by location)
• Two (2) years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferred
• Sales experience preferred.
• Lifting requirement of 50 lbs
• Ability to use a pallet jack
• Must be able to lower and raise loading gear, and open and close cargo doors, climbing on and off the vehicle in a safe manner
• Capable of reading and understanding information related to trip and be able to plan effectively for the trip
• Hand-held device also serves as cell phone
• Willing to work varying shifts including over-night and early morning

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience
• Valid driver’s license: excellent driving history – CDL required; Hazmat Certification where necessary

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Environment

The work environment will vary, including but not limited to exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may be non-temperature controlled

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.