Driver Helper

Watkins Distributing; Sidney (MT); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; 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 assist local delivery activities in Sidney, MT. You will support delivery drivers on a defined route, help unload products with pallet jacks, and stock customer locations, including navigating stairs and tight spaces.

Reliable transportation required; company vehicle or mileage reimbursement available. Responsibilities include assisting with deliveries, verifying paperwork, and maintaining safety standards while communicating effectively with

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and hand trucks.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with delivering product safely and on time.
• Unload product using pallet jacks and hand trucks.
• Deliver and stock products at customer locations and maintain displays.
• Verify deliveries and complete required paperwork.
• Maintain safety procedures and follow company policies.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Time management

Communication skills

Hand truck maneuvering

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