Delivery Driver Local - DOT CDL A

Ben E. Keith Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with matching contribution

Profit-Sharing Plan

Paid Vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading food and beverage distributor is seeking a driver to perform product deliveries in Wichita, KS. This role requires adherence to DOT regulations and at least 1 year of route driving experience. Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL license. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential. The company offers a solid benefits package including medical, retirement plans, and a sign-on bonus. Ideal for self-motivated individuals focused on delivering quality service.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required.
• DOT certification required.
• Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform product deliveries along assigned routes.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies.
• Assemble orders for timely delivery.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered products.
• Complete administrative tasks related to transportation operations.

Skills

Adherence to DOT regulations

Route driving experience

Customer service principles

Microsoft Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Location

Wichita, KS

Sign‑On Bonus

$8,000 (with at least one year of verifiable Food or Beverage Delivery Driving Experience in the last 5 years)

Responsibilities

• Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service and repairs as needed.
• Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses, ensuring accurate delivery windows for each route stop.
• Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each route stop according to customer requests.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Manage multiple assignments and tasks, ensuring appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.
• Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Comply with traffic laws and obey transportation and traffic procedures.
• Follow transportation policies, DOT regulations, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.
• Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT changes in guidelines.
• Ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.
• Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
• Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or other traffic situations to base location as needed.
• Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries.
• Maintain records, including vehicle logs and cargo/billing statements in accordance with BEK policies.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required.
• DOT certification required.
• Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence.
• Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary software.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organization.
• Self‑motivated; customer‑focused.
• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented; prioritization; innovative problem solver.
• Active listening skills; independent thinking/decision‑making skills.
• Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.
• High school diploma or GED.

Driver Safety

Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras which leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events and improve driver safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Profit‑Sharing Plan (100% company‑paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

About Ben E. Keith

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family‑owned business with a long‑standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work.

Diversity and Inclusion

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. We believe our differences are also our strengths and want to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for our business challenges. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled individuals are encouraged to apply.