Class A CDL Delivery Driver

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,362; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated is hiring a Bulk Delivery Driver in Roanoke, Virginia. This position involves safely operating diesel-powered tractor-trailers, delivering products, and ensuring compliance with FMCSA regulations.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid Class A CDL and have two years of driving experience. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, customer interactions, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A CDL.
• Lifting requirement of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tractor-trailer for product delivery.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Interact with customers and ensure excellent service.

Skills

English communication

Tractor-trailer driving experience

Customer interaction

Pallet jack operation

Sales experience

Education

Valid Class A CDL

FMCSA physical certification

Job description

Requisition ID: 256274

Locations: Roanoke

Pay Range: $25.00 - $25.67 hr, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday/Saturday

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, repositions empty and loaded trailers, and interacts with customers and sales team while ensuring excellent service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑shift activities to ensure productive shift; review work schedules, check 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 operate 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 plan 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.
• Read and comprehend information related to the trip and plan effectively. 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 post‑shift activities including coupling and uncoupling trucks from various trailers, sliding tandems as needed, raising and lowering the loading gear, and opening and closing cargo doors, climbing 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‑exempt 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, open and close cargo doors, and climb on and off the vehicle safely.
• Capable of reading and understanding information related to trip and planning effectively.
• Hand‑held device also serves as cell phone.
• Willing to work varying shifts including overnight 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.

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.