Driver

Breakthru Beverage Minnesota Beer, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Health care

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Breakthru Beverage Minnesota Beer, LLC is looking for a CDL delivery driver who can unload and deliver pre-sold products from the Distribution Center to customer locations. You will interact with customers daily, maintain records, and ensure compliance with safety and liquor-related regulations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and meticulous note-taking during deliveries. It offers full-time hours with union-affiliated benefits and OT potential based on union pay

Qualifications

• Valid CDL (Class A or B) license required.
• Minimum 1 year of driving/delivery experience.
• Strong communication and professionalism are essential.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a busy setting.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and DOT rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate a vehicle and deliver orders to accounts safely and efficiently.
• Maintain good relations with retail customers and provide service.
• Listen to and resolve customer concerns to ensure satisfaction.
• Collect payments and reconcile loads with receipts and invoices.
• Record daily sales and delivery data for accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and DOT requirements.
• Inspect the vehicle and report maintenance needs as required.
• Keep the truck clean and organized; follow safety rules at all times.
• Support team objectives and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

CDL License

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Time Type: Full time Remote Type: Job Family Group: Market Operations

Job Description Summary

We are experts in the beer, wine, and spirits industry looking for individuals who share our passion for customer service and thrive in a fast-paced working environment. As a member of our CDL driving team you will interact with customers daily to manually unload/deliver pre-sold products from our Distribution Center to their account locations in a safe and efficient manner. If you are the type to roll up your sleeves and are ready for a rewarding career with a Company that supports and empowers their associates, then come join the Breakthru Beverage family.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a vehicle and deliver assigned orders of wine, spirits, beer and other beverages to accounts in a safe and responsible manner while complying with federal mandated laws.
• Manage the Customer Relationship Maintain good relations with retail customers.
• Provides customer service by listening and resolving customer concerns.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Collect payment from customers and reconcile the assigned load with receipts and delivery invoice.
• Records sales by completing daily sales and delivery records
• Returns empty containers and rejected or unsold merchandise by making appropriate collections from customers.
• Responsible for some paperwork because of liquor laws invoices must be signed when the product is dropped off.
• Ensures the company and themselves remain compliant with all applicable federal mandated laws and requirements for a DOT driver.
• Maintains records by completing DOT driver log.
• Performs duties in a safe manner by following established safety rules and regulations
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Maintain vehicle Determines condition of vehicle by inspecting vehicle before and after use; logging inspection; reporting requirements Maintains safe vehicle and conditions and protects load by complying with organization policies, procedures, highway rules and regulations.
• Maintains appearance of delivery truck by daily cleaning of the inside of the truck.
• Requests routine truck maintenance by completing written maintenance request form.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL (Class A or B commercial license)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in related area
• Demonstrate good communication skills with high levels of professionalism
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi-lingual a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, stand, bend, squat, and reach.
• Frequently climb into and out of truck.
• Regularly lift 45-65 lbs.
• Must talk, hear, use hands and fingers to operate a vehicle and tech device.

Accountable for meeting own targets, work is reviewed periodically. Problems encountered will be defined, repetitive, and routine with a solution readily available.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description.

Salary and Benefit Statement

Any offered salary is determined based on the union collective bargaining unit and certifications held.

Compensation: $40.14/hr. with high potential for OT & contracted Union pay increases

This position is eligible for union benefits including health care, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.

- - Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

We’re driven to be the industry leader in every way, including how we treat our associates. Which is why we’ve built a people-centric, relationship-driven culture designed to maximize career advancement, a sense of belonging, and wellness. Focused on enhancing every aspect and phase of your career, the Breakthru experience includes our commitment to your growth, belonging, and wellness.

Breakthru Beverage is a family-owned and operated company with operations across the U.S. and Canada, and more than $8 billion in annual sales driven by a team of 10,000 associates. We deliver world-renowned brands to the doorsteps of North America’s retail, bar and restaurant businesses.

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