Local CDL Route Driver — Great Benefits & Growth

OSTTRA Group; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Wellness Program

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a CDL-A Route Driver to join our transportation team in Valdosta, GA. You will perform product deliveries, inspect vehicle equipment, assemble orders for timely delivery, and maintain accurate records to ensure customer satisfaction.

Successful candidates will possess a valid Class A CDL, DOT knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a results-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must know and adhere to DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• At least 1 year of route driving experience required
• DOT certification required
• Valid State Class A CDL license required in state of residence
• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction.
• 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.

Skills

DOT knowledge

Route driving experience

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Reading maps

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent thinking

Self-motivation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a CDL-A Route Driver to join our transportation team in Valdosta, GA. You will perform product deliveries, inspect vehicle equipment, assemble orders for timely delivery, and maintain accurate records to ensure customer satisfaction.

Successful candidates will possess a valid Class A CDL, DOT knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a results-driven environment.