Local CDL-A Truck Driver

Ben E. Keith Company; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a Route Service Associate to support Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico. You will deliver to customer locations, assemble orders, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries while maintaining records and complying with safety standards.

Requirements include DOT knowledge, a Colorado Class A CDL, and at least 1 year of route driving experience. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• DOT regulations and safety policies knowledge required.
• At least 1 year of route driving experience; trainee option available.
• DOT certification required.
• Valid Colorado Class A CDL license.
• Ability to follow regulatory guidelines and safety procedures.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle and supplies; report maintenance needs.
• Assemble orders and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Deliver products to customer locations and manage route stops.
• Maintain accurate records and logs per policy.
• Adhere to DOT and company safety standards; follow directions.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Colorado Class A CDL

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

Job Description

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

Job Requirements

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.

Looking for a driving job with a purpose? Tired of working in the oil fields or hauling goods over the road? Just got your CDL and want to start your driving career?

If this sounds like you, then come join the Ben E. Keith family as a Route Service Associate for our Southern Colorado / Northern New Mexico market to support this growing customer base! As an RSA, YOU are the face of Ben E. Keith to our customer. RSAs perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction with the timely and accurate delivery of BEK products to customer locations. Your duties include:

• Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service and repairs as needed.
• Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses, ensuring accurate delivery windows for each route stop.
• Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each route stop according to customer requests.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Manage multiple assignments and tasks, ensuring appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.
• Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Comply with traffic laws and obey transportation and traffic procedures.
• Follow transportation policies, DOT regulations, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.
• Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT changes in guidelines.
• Ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.
• Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
• Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or other traffic situations to base location as needed.
• Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries.
• Maintain records, including vehicle logs, cargo and/or billing statements in accordance with BEK policies.

Job Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required (applicants with less than 1 year of experience may be considered / hired as an RSA Trainee)
• DOT certification required
• Valid Colorado Class A CDL license
• 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
• Basic math skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organization
• Self-motivated; customer-focused
• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented; prioritization; Innovative problem solver
• Active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills
• Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards
• High school diploma or GED

Note: 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 are required to sign a 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 Aff…