Delivery Driver, CDL A

Morales Beverage Group (MBG); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Morales Beverage Group is seeking a Delivery Driver, CDL A in the Houston area to ensure safe, accurate, and timely deliveries. You will report to the Transportation Supervisor and uphold high standards of customer service and safety, with occasional overnight trips as part of the schedule.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, DOT/MVR compliance, and a focus on accuracy in reporting and documentation. It is a full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Hold a valid Class A CDL and reliable transportation.
• DOT/MVR guidelines must be met throughout employment.
• Background and drug screening required.
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work out-of-town and varied shifts.
• Experience with Box Truck/Straight Truck/Trailer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to designated locations safely and on schedule, with overnight stays as needed.
• Load, unload, and secure products using docks, hand jacks, forklifts, and ramps.
• Provide professional customer service during deliveries and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate delivery records, receipts, and inventory logs.
• Inspect and maintain delivery vehicle; report issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with road safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to meet delivery requirements.

Skills

Delivery driver

Customer service

Safety awareness

Time management

GPS systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS navigation devices

Job description

Located in Houston, TX, Morales Beverage Group seeks a Delivery Driver, CDL A in the Houston area. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, the Delivery Driver, CDL A is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of products to various customer locations. This role requires excellent customer service, adherence to safety protocols, and accurate reporting. The Delivery Driver, CDL A will ensure products are delivered in accordance with company standards and customer expectations.

MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES

• All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me.
• People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.
• Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivery of Goods: Safely transport goods to designated locations, ensuring timely deliveries that align with the assigned schedule. Overnight stays may be required as per the schedule.
• Loading and Unloading: Safely load, unload, and secure products to prevent damage during transport. Utilize equipment such as docks, hand jacks, power jacks, forklifts, dollies, and ramps efficiently.
• Customer Service: Provide professional and courteous interactions with customers, addressing any delivery-related inquiries or concerns effectively.
• Inventory Management: Accurately maintain records of deliveries, including signatures, receipts, inventory logs, and invoices, to ensure proper documentation.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Regularly inspect, clean, and maintain the delivery vehicle, promptly reporting any mechanical issues or required repairs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Strictly adhere to road safety regulations, traffic laws, and company policies, including proper documentation and reporting of deliveries.
• Safety Protocols: Follow established safety standards for handling and transporting goods, with special attention to fragile, heavy, or oversized items.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure accurate loading of products and fulfillment of all delivery requirements.

BEHAVIOR & COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department leaders and executive leadership with the purpose of:

• • Always being approachable
  • Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance

• Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do

• Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility

• Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down

• Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner

• Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do

• Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decisions

COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented: Demonstrates initiative, works hard, and is proactive in tackling challenges and completing tasks.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, builds constructive relationships, and uses diplomacy and tact.
• Time Management: Uses time effectively and efficiently, values time, and concentrates efforts on the most important priorities.
• Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of lifting and transporting packages weighing between 50-100 pounds, as well as frequently handling lighter packages ranging from 10-25 pounds.
• Proficient in bending, twisting, squatting, and kneeling during the loading, unloading, and delivery of items.
• Able to walk, stand, and move for extended periods, particularly when delivering to multiple locations.
• Experienced in sitting and driving for prolonged durations while maintaining focus, coordination, and safety.
• Skilled at frequently entering and exiting vehicles, including larger trucks and elevated cargo areas.
• Maintains excellent balance and coordination when walking or climbing stairs while carrying packages.
• Demonstrates flexibility in reaching, stretching, and twisting to retrieve or deliver items efficiently.
• Possesses strong hand-eye coordination for operating vehicle controls, ensuring safe navigation, and managing packages effectively.
• Capable of working outdoors in diverse weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, while performing delivery tasks.
• Adept at performing repetitive motions, such as bending, lifting, and moving packages, with consistency and care.
• Competent in handling tools and equipment such as hand trucks, dollies, and loading ramps for efficient package management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience as a delivery driver or in a similar distribution role preferred.

• Hold a valid and current Class A driver’s license and ensure reliable, insured transportation is maintained.

• Box Truck/Straight Truck/Trailer Experience preferred.

• Driving record must be within DOT and MVR policy guidelines throughout employment.

• Must be able to pass a background and drug screening for hire and randomly throughout employment.

• Strong time management, customer service, and communication skills. Proficiency in using GPS systems and operating multiple mobile device platforms.

• This role requires flexibility to work out-of-town, early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed. Each employee is assigned a regular start time on their first day, which remains in effect unless the role or schedule changes due to business need. When possible, schedule changes will be communicated at least one week in advance. Employees are expected to stay until all assigned duties are completed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Morales Beverage Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This EEO policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Employment with Morales Beverage Group is at will. This means employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Morales Beverage Group, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.