Driver - Helper

Ben E. Keith; Pine Forest South (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a Driver Helper to support the delivery team in Louisiana. You will assist the driver with unloading and delivering products across routes, ensuring accuracy and safety at each stop.

This entry-level role requires 18+, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to lift heavy items and work in varying weather. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a longstanding, values-driven company.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Education/GED required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly and work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to read numbers and product descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Driver with routes delivering products consisting of multiple stops.
• Place delivered products in various storage locations as requested by the customer.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Follow the Company's safety standards and represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism.
• Assist in reading maps and directions with the driver.
• Report delays, accidents or other transportation issues to bases.

Skills

Reading numbers

Stamina

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong-and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we've been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact-because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that's been our promise.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

The Driver Helper position will assist the driver in the unloading and delivery of products on the route.

• Assist the Driver with routes delivering products consisting of multiple stops.
• Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each stop according to customer's request.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Perform duties by following the Company's safety standards.
• Represent Ben E. Keith Company with professionalism, maintaining a positive attitude and dress code.
• Assist in reading maps and directions with driver
• Report delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to bases.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Education/GED required

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform repetitive lifting of over 50lbs., occasional lifting over 100lbs.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to walk extensively.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend at the waist, stoop, and squat to lift heavy items in a proper manner.
• Must have normal use of shoulders, arms, wrist, hands, feet and legs.
• Must be able to read numbers and product descriptions.

Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras which leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events and improve driver safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.