Driver Helper

Watkins-Distributing; Sidney (MT); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k matching up to 7%

Health insurance after 60 days

Job summary

Watkins-Distributing is seeking a driver helper to support local delivery activities within a defined territory, serving Sidney and Glendive in Montana. Reliable transportation is required, with either a company vehicle provided or mileage reimbursement for a personal vehicle.

You will assist delivery drivers, unload products using pallet jacks and hand trucks, stock customer locations, and ensure accurate delivery documentation.

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license with no major driving violations.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate a hand truck full of product.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with delivering product in a safe, timely, and professional manner
• Unload product from delivery vehicles using pallet jacks, hand trucks, and proper handling techniques
• Deliver and move product into customer locations, including navigating stairs, tight spaces, and varying environments
• Stock coolers, shelves, and displays at customer locations at time of delivery
• Rotate product in accordance with company standards
• Pick up and return empty kegs and damaged product as assigned
• Assist with verifying deliveries and completing required documentation
• Communicate effectively with delivery drivers, sales representatives, supervisors, and store personnel
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies at all times
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner in accordance with productivity standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid drivers license

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Hand truck operation

Handheld device usage

Tools

Pallet jack

Handheld computer devices

Job description

Who We Are:

Watkins Distributing is a family owned and operated beverage distribution company that has serviced Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:

Driver helpers are responsible for helping with local delivery activities within a defined territory.

This position provides delivery support for the truck route serving Sidney and Glendive.

Reliable transportation is required. Either a company vehicle will be provided, or mileage reimbursement will be paid for use of a personal vehicle.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist delivery drivers with delivering product in a safe, timely, and professional manner
• Unload product from delivery vehicles using pallet jacks, hand trucks, and proper handling techniques
• Deliver and move product into customer locations, including navigating stairs, tight spaces, and varying environments
• Stock coolers, shelves, and displays at customer locations at time of delivery
• Rotate product in accordance with company standards
• Pick up and return empty kegs and damaged product as assigned
• Assist with verifying deliveries and completing required documentation
• Communicate effectively with delivery drivers, sales representatives, supervisors, and store personnel
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies at all times
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner in accordance with productivity standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Valid driver’s license and no major driving violations.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Must be able to navigate a hand truck full of product.
• Ability to utilize standard hand-held computer input/output devices.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift and move cases ranging from 20- 30 lbs. regularly and 160 lbs. to waist level. Tasks include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Work independently across multiple retail locations throughout the shift.
• Operate delivery vehicle safely in frequently varying weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k matching up to 7%
• Health insurance after 60 days