Driver Delivery Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,154 - 44,413; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Driver Lead to deliver products on predetermined routes while ensuring quality service and effective merchandising. Responsibilities include training new hires, maintaining strong customer rapport, and managing vehicle safety. Candidates should have at least 2 years of delivery experience and a Valid Class A CDL. This position offers competitive pay starting at $30.60 per hour and benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2 years of delivery experience required.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience is necessary.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to scheduled accounts in good condition.
• Maintain vehicle according to safety regulations.
• Train new hires for driving and merchandising positions.

Skills

Delivery experience

Customer interaction

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Driver Lead - Lubbock, TX

The Driver Lead is responsible for delivering product to small and large format accounts on a predetermined route for advance sales, maintaining strong customer rapport, quality service, and effective merchandising of products. The Driver Lead will also be responsible for training all new hires for all Driving and Merchandising positions or general re‑training when necessary.

Shift and Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 4:30 AM until route is finished
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Local routes

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to scheduled accounts in good condition and within scheduled delivery time.
• Assure brands and packages are rotated properly safeguarding against past‑dated products available to consumers.
• Accountable for cash/credit proceeds and products removed from inventories.
• Compute and record transactions and convey all related cash, checks and documents to Route Auditor at conclusion of work shift.
• Provide shelf merchandising to stores upon request by manager or customer.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in accordance to applicable safety regulations.
• Deliver product for UDS, Bulk, Night Transport or Merchandising routes when vacations or days off need to be taken by the normal driver or merchandiser.
• Act as a support/fill in for the Distribution Supervisor duties that may include Kronos, JJ Keller, and any/all other reporting functions of the DS role.
• The Driver Lead will also share in the opening, closing, and weekend "on call" duties of the Branch.

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $30.60 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $32.24 per hour in the quarter after their 6‑month anniversary.
• Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401(k) with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred.
• 2 years of delivery experience and face‑to‑face customer interaction.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Valid Class A CDL.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well‑being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal‑opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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