Driver Class A - Union

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry leader in the wine and spirits distribution sector, where your driving skills can shine! This role as a Distribution Driver Class A offers you the chance to deliver products to a variety of clients while ensuring safety and compliance at every step. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values continuous learning and growth, with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you're ready to fill your glass with opportunity and work for a company that truly invests in its people, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Vacation accrual

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 1 year of driving experience with a valid DOT certification.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to operate delivery vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products statewide to various establishments like bars and restaurants.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Logistics Planning

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview

The Distribution Driver Class A is responsible for delivering products to clients; inspect the general condition of the vehicle; prepare, load, unload, operate, and clean the vehicle. Review standing orders, develop sales, process payments, and maintain records.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver statewide products to bars, restaurants, hotels, etc.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle.
• Sort merchandise by the invoice for delivery.
• Adhere to the safe and courteous operation of the delivery vehicle at all times.
• Check-in money and returned goods daily with Driver Check-in & Accounting Cashier.
• Complete all required paperwork daily, including Department of Transportation logbook and driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR).
• Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g., neat, clean, and properly attired).
• Adhere to all safety regulations, and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods.
• Load and unload cargo, ensuring safety equipment is utilized.
• Ensure cargo is secured properly and compliant with safety requirements.
• Report any incidents to the dispatcher.
• Follow/adhere to all traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle, product, and equipment tidy and in good working order.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year of experience.
• Must be Department of Transportation (DOT) certified.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include frequently sitting and operating a motor vehicle.
• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping.
• Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods.
• Must be able to regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift.
• May require working at heights of 8 feet or greater.
• Must be able to frequently lift/lower, push, carry, or pull 56lbs.

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment 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 policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.