Class A CDL Delivery Driver

watkinsdistributing; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k matching up to 7%

Health insurance after 60 days

Beverage product discounts

Job summary

Watkins Distributing in Idaho Falls, ID, is seeking a Class A CDL Delivery Driver for local route work. You will perform pre-trip inspections, deliver products to stores, unload with pallet jack, verify orders, and complete daily route paperwork.

The role requires a valid CDL, clean driving record, ability to operate handheld devices, lift 20-30 lb cases, and work independently across multiple locations in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Delivery driver experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class-A CDL license, and medical card.
• Must be able to maneuver a hand truck full of product.
• Ability to use standard handheld computer input/output devices.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip vehicle inspections.
• Drive assigned local route and deliver products safely and on time.
• Unload products using pallet jack/hand truck.
• Check product in with store personnel and verify orders.
• Obtain signatures and complete route paperwork daily.
• Arrange products in cooler/shelves per policy.
• Rotate products and handle returns for credit.
• Communicate with sales and store staff.

Skills

Delivery experience

Valid CDL

Hand truck operation

Handheld device use

Job description

Who We Are:

Watkins Distributing is a family owned and operated beverage distribution company that has serviced Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:

Class A CDL Delivery Driversare responsible for local delivery activities within a defined territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete a pre-trip vehicle inspection.

• Drive an assigned route, delivering product in a safe, timely, and professional manner, adhering to all DOT and traffic regulations.

• Unload product from trailer using a pallet jack and/or hand truck.

• Check product in with store personnel.

• Ensure deliveries are accurate by verifying orders and obtaining signatures.

• Fill all cooler space, shelf space, and displays at the time of delivery.

• Rotate all product according to company standards.

• Pick up empty keg shells, damaged items, or mis-ordered product for credit.

• Collect invoices and complete detailed route paperwork daily.

• Communicate effectively with sales representatives and store personnel.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Delivery driver experience preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and no major driving violations.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class-A CDL license, and medical card.

• Must be able to navigate a hand truck full of product.

• Ability to utilize standard hand-held computer input/output devices.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift and move cases ranging from 20- 30 lbs. regularly and 160 lbs. to waist level. Tasks include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.

• Work independently across multiple retail locations throughout the shift.

• Operate delivery vehicle safely in frequently varying weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

• 401k matching up to 7%

• Health insurance after 60 days

• Beverage product discounts