Driver - CDL

Republic National Distributing Company; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid time off (up to 5 weeks/year)

Paid parental leave

Paid caregivers leave

Fertility benefits

Paid training

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) seeks a CDL Driver to ensure timely, professional deliveries for our customers. This role involves pre/post trip inspections, signing invoices, and handling payments as necessary while maintaining safety and good customer service.

Ideal candidates hold a Class B CDL (Class A acceptable for some locations), a valid DOT medical card, and the ability to lift up to 50–100 pounds. This position offers benefits and growth opportunities within RNDC.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; ideally 2 years delivery experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs occasionally; valid Class B CDL (Class A may be required depending on location); valid DOT medical card; ABC license as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document defects.
• Deliver products to approximately 19–30 accounts daily.
• Maintain accurate delivery receipts and obtain signatures and payments as needed.
• Safely operate vehicle and ensure security when unattended.
• Compensate for increased routes with longer miles as needed.
• Assist with route feedback to transportation management.

Skills

Trip inspections

DOT regulations

Customer service

HOS software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HOS software

Driver monitoring programs

Job description

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Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation’s largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

As a CDL Driver, you will play a crucial role at RNDC by ensuring the timely and safe delivery of products to our customers while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service. You will also have the opportunity to collect non-cash payments as necessary, contributing to the financial transactions associated with the deliveries.

In this role, you will

• Properly conducts a pre and post trip inspection, notating any vehicle defects. Abides by the DOT hours of service rules and regulations for their license type.
• The potential for dedicated overnight routes exist.
• Accurately delivers invoiced products by bottle, case, pallet or hand-stack from the delivery truck and placing said merchandise into customer account.
• Verifies receipt of correct order with the customer by checking product type and size against the provided invoice, obtains customer signature and payment if necessary, for goods received.
• Ensures physical security of truck at all times.
• Delivers to approximately 19 accounts daily. May deliver up to 30 accounts during times of increased account activity.
• Covers approximately 160 miles daily, miles occasionally increase anywhere from 200 to 300 miles during times of increased account activity or out of town routes.
• Possibility to work with one or more helpers.
• Provide feedback to transportation management in terms of route changes or route concerns.
• May utilize a smartphone for interaction with hours of service (HOS) software and/or driver monitoring programs.

What you bring to RNDC

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED),
• preferably two years delivery experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
• Requires a current Class B CDL driver's license (Class A CDL license also allowed and may be required for positions based on location); ability to meet company vehicle insurance requirements.
• Must be able to obtain valid DOT medical certification card and file appropriately with state Motor Vehicle Department
• Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state

What's in it for you

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregivers leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid training
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates

Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility

COVID-19 considerations:

We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.

Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.

RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship.