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Ben E. Keith Company; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is seeking a delivery driver to perform route deliveries, inspect equipment, and assemble orders for timely and accurate customer service. You will follow DOT regulations and BEK safety policies while maintaining safe, efficient transportation operations.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, DOT certification, and at least 1 year of route driving experience. Strong communication and faultless record-keeping are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must meet DOT and FMCSR requirements and regulations.
• Minimum 1 year of route driving experience required.
• DOT certification and valid Class A CDL driving license required.
• At least 21 years old with ability to enforce regulatory guidelines.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and learning new software.

Responsibilities

• Perform product deliveries along assigned routes and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Inspect vehicle equipment and request service when needed.
• Assemble orders for timely delivery and maintain accurate delivery windows.
• Place products at assigned locations per customer requests and prevent damage.
• Communicate problems to Transportation Supervisor by phone when needed.
• Read maps and follow geographic directions; manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Follow DOT regulations and BEK safety policies; maintain professional appearance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Customer-focused

Attention to detail

Active listening

Independent thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

DOT certification

Valid Class A CDL

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

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

• 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.

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

At Least 1 Year Of Route Driving Experience Required

DOT certification required

Must be at least 21 years old

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

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

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.

Benefits

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 affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.