Driver Helper

Watkins Distributing; Sidney (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; 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 across Sidney and Glendive. A company vehicle or mileage reimbursement is provided, with duties that include assisting drivers, unloading goods, stocking coolers, and rotating inventory.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, good time management, and the ability to operate a hand truck. You will coordinate with drivers, sales reps, and store personnel while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Ability to operate a hand truck full of product.
• Experience navigating stairs and tight spaces preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with safe, timely deliveries.
• Unload product using pallet jacks and hand trucks.
• Deliver and move product to customer locations.
• Stock coolers, shelves, and displays.
• Rotate product per company standards.
• Verify deliveries and complete required documentation.
• Communicate with drivers, sales reps, supervisors, store personnel.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Perform duties timely and efficiently.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Hand truck operation

Tools

Hand-held computer

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