Class A Delivery Driver

Gulf Distributing Services Company; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Distributing Company of Mobile is seeking a Delivery Driver to handle delivery, merchandising, and safe operation of company equipment. Responsibilities include loading, delivering according to route, rotating stock, and maintaining POS material with stores.

Must comply with DOT regulations, wear a uniform, and keep the vehicle clean and organized. Reports to Delivery Manager; drivers attend safety meetings and maintain logs daily.

Qualifications

• Must be able to deliver products to multiple accounts
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct per policy
• Adhere to safety and DOT regulations

Responsibilities

• Load and deliver products to accounts according to route sequence
• Ensure proper product rotation and merchandising in stores
• Maintain DOT required logs and vehicle inspections
• Collect money due and complete load-in/load-out paperwork
• Report accidents or violations to the Delivery Manager

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Safety compliance

Job description

Gulf Distributing Company of Mobile Position Description Delivery Driver Reports to Delivery Manager Position Objective

The Delivery Driver is responsible for the delivery storage and merchandising of Gulf Distributing Company products in each assigned accounts The Delivery Driver is also responsible for safe truck operation and the return of all money unsold product and empties

Description of Physical Tasks

• Keep shelves and vendors clean
• Place product on hand truck or dolly approximately 20 to 50 lbs per case
• Pushespulls hand truck to machine or shelves and loads appropriate Gulf Distributing Company product
• Climbing in and out of vehicle and proper lifting techniques

Responsibilities Include

• Must report to work on time and clock in and out at appropriate timesEnsure your truck is properly loaded at all times to prevent damage to the productCount your product load out and in each day with the warehouse personnel making sure both are accurate and complete Sign the Load out and Load in sheetsMake deliveries according to the route sequence that has been establishedWhen possible avoid deliveries during retailers busy timesEnsure the product being delivered and that which is already in the account is properly rotated within the cooler displays and backroomAll products within the retail accounts must be merchandised according to the guidelines established by Gulf Distributing Company This includes front facing packagesBuild merchandise and sign displays as directed by the SalespersonsEnsure that paper and permanent POS is used in each account in the proper manner and quantityComplete all the special attention items the Salespersons or Channel Manager have communicated to youComplete all paperwork correctly and according to established proceduresCollect all monies that are due for the delivery of product to the retail accounts and check them in according to established proceduresSafely handle all empties and unsold product to prevent damageAttend all Safety and Drivers MeetingsCall on your scheduled accounts and merchandise them completely including product from backstockEach morning prior to leaving the warehouse inspect your vehicle according to DOT regulations and adequate fluid levelsMaintain in a current status the DOT required logsObey all traffic laws when you are operating a company vehicleCourtesy on the road is important at all times Be polite to other drivers it is a reflection on the image of the companyPark your truck so you do not interfere with the retailers customersEnsure that your truck cab is clean and organized at all timesEnsure that your truck is properly serviced and repaired as necessaryAt the last delivery stop load all empty pallets into one bay on each side of the truckMaintain a positive working relationship with the owners managers and employees of all your accountsDemonstrate a sincere interest in the business success of each accountMaintain open and clear communications with all owners managers and employees of Gulf Distributing CompanyMaintain open and clear communications with the owners managers and employees of all your accountsCommunicate to the Delivery Manager all new competitive activity in your accountsShould you be unable to make a scheduled delivery to a retail account you must communicate the reason immediately to the Delivery Manager or SalespersonAfter the completion of your scheduled delivery duties check with the warehouse office personnel for possible additional assignmentsEnsure proper rotation is in effect in all your assigned accountsAlways be aware of code dates and pick up all product you are directed to by the SalespersonsDress in uniform and maintain your personal appearance in a professional manner and according to company policyProperly operate protect from damage and return all equipment that has been issued to you ie radios hand trucks vehicles etcConduct all your activities within the guidelines of all company policies and proceduresConduct all your activities in accordance to the local state and federal liquor control regulationsReport immediately to the Delivery Manager any traffic violations on or off duty that may affect your CDL or insurability when driving a company vehicleReport all accidents and injuries immediately to the Delivery ManagerSafety CoordinatorPerform all your work activities in accordance to the established safe work practices policies and proceduresAll other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Gulf Distributing Holdings LLC is committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age color disability gender gender identity genetic information marital status military status national origin race religion sexual orientation veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic