Driver Trainer DOT

OSTTRA Group; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Wellness & education assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a Driver Trainer - DOT to ensure compliance with DOT safety rules and Ben E. Keith standards. You will develop and enforce training programs, organize materials, and support drivers to meet guidelines.

The role includes delivering and coordinating training, providing feedback, and upholding a professional appearance and conduct. A valid CDL and route-driving background are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL license required.
• At least 2 years of route driving experience.
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines.
• Strong communication and training skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement driver training programs to ensure BEK safety standards are met and maintained.
• Enforce transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with BEK safety and transportation guidelines.
• Organize and develop training materials for dissemination to driver personnel and related BEK employees.
• Perform deliveries and other related duties for BEK route drivers to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Ensure employees undergo and pass required training.
• Provide performance feedback to personnel.
• Represent Ben E. Keith Co. with professionalism, a positive attitude and professional dress code.

Skills

DOT compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Math skills

Customer service

Training leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL license

Job description

Job Description

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

Job Requirements

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.

Summary

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 purpose of the Driver Trainer - DOT is to explain and enforce Department of Transportation safety rules and regulations to ensure driver performance remains in compliance with Ben E. Keith standards.

• Manage and implement driver training programs to ensure BEK safety standards are met and maintained.
• Enforce transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with BEK safety and transportation guidelines.
• Organize and develop training materials for dissemination to driver personnel and related BEK employees.
• Perform deliveries and other related duties for BEK route drivers to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Ensure employees undergo and pass required training.
• Provide performance feedback to personnel.
• Represent Ben E. Keith Co. with professionalism, a positive attitude and professional dress code.

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• At least 2 years of route driving experience required
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines required
• Valid Texas State Class A CDL license required
• Basic math skills required
• Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines
• Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary software
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organization
• Good presentation development and delivery skills
• Customer-focused
• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to train and lead personnel
• Independent thinking/decision-making
• Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards
• High school diploma or GED

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 Affir