DOT Trainee

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Trainee to learn the Customer Delivery Specialist role, including safe operation of delivery vehicles and service to customers on various routes. After training, you will perform delivery duties on assigned routes, including open and vacation routes.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, DOT physical, CDL permit within 15–45 business days, plus a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• DOT physical required before first day.
• CDL permit must be obtained within 15–45 business days from hire date.
• Positive attitude and detail oriented.
• Basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Able to perform heavy physical labor.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter and team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-post-trip vehicle inspections per DOT requirements.
• Safely drive a truck with GVW under/over 26,000 pounds.
• Deliver product to stores and service scheduled accounts.
• Rotate and merchandize product per PBV standards.
• Establish positive relationships with primary account contacts.
• Obtain required signatures and stamps for invoices.
• Communicate issues to store personnel and management.
• Follow all DOT and FMCSA regulations and company rules.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL permit (required)

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures! At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Job Description

Purpose of the Job The Trainee is primarily responsible for learning all aspects of a Customer Delivery Specialist role, including the safe and efficient operation of the delivery vehicle, and all duties necessary to provide world class service to our customers. Upon completion of training, the Trainee is responsible for performing the Customer Delivery Specialist function on various routes, (including open and vacation routes).

Responsibilities/Duties

• Conducts pre-post-trip inspection on truck according to DOT requirements and promptly reports problems to the Fleet department.
• Safely drives and maneuvers a truck having a gross vehicle weight of under or over 26,000 pounds.
• Services all scheduled customers by the end of shift according to PBV and customer standards.
• Delivers product to store.
• Executes delivery on all promotions.
• Unloads, merchandises and rotates product in all accounts to PBV and customer standards (e.g., filling shelves and coolers, building and stocking displays, making products look attractive on shelves, rotating products, refilling out of stocks, removing out of date products, removing/returning shells, etc.)
• Establishes positive working relationships with primary contact at each account.
• Obtains required signatures, store stamps, or otherwise meets other requirements in order to ensure accurate settlement of all invoices at the end of the day.
• Communicates issues to appropriate store personnel and management.
• Follows all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Follows company rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a CDL permit by the 15th business day and 45 business days from their date of hire in which to obtain the license, if CDL is not currently held.
• Positive attitude and must be detail oriented.
• Perform basic financial calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Perform heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Self-starter with excellent follow-up skills.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Meet PBV driving qualifications.
• Work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.

Mental Functions

Essential Mental and Physical Functions Repetitive job requiring frequent, but not more than normal mental or visual effort or alertness.

Physical Functions

Constantly (34%-66%) required to walk, stand, lift up to 56 pounds and push/pull 300 - 2400 pounds with the assistance of a pallet jack. Frequently (67%-100%) required to sit. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to climb.

Equipment Used

Cars / trucks, handheld computer, pallet jacks, hand trucks, phone, calculator, and general office equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None required.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak and read English.

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]