OTR DRIVER

Abita Brewing Company; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Abita Brewing Company is seeking a truck driver responsible for delivery and return of products and supplies, while adhering to DOT regulations and maintaining safe driving practices. The role includes logging deliveries, coordinating routes, and keeping the tractor and trailer clean and well-maintained.

The position requires a valid CDL, the ability to pass a DOT physical, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Truck driving experience and ability to pass a skills test.
• Must have a valid CDL and pass the DOT physical.
• Basic knowledge of electronic driving logs.
• Knowledge of safe work operations and procedures.
• Attention to detail and problem recognition.
• Love and knowledge of beer; familiarity with craft brewing industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor and trailer in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintain and clean tractor and trailer.
• Schedule routes and appointment times and stay on schedule.
• Practice Safe Driving and comply with Federal DOT Regulations.

Skills

CDL license

DOT regulations

Route planning

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic logs (ELD)

Job description

Position Summary

Abita Brewing Company’s Truck Driver is responsible for the delivery and return of product and supplies, safe driving while abiding by DOT regulations, delivery and pickup of product on schedule, logging delivery and pickups, and cleanliness and maintenance of tractor and trailer. This position will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate a tractor and trailer in a safe and orderly manner

• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of tractor and trailer

• Responsible for scheduling route and appointment times and keeping on schedule

• Safe Driving

• Abiding and keeping up with Federal DOT Regulations

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Flexible to work a rotating schedules as business needs arise (typical work week = 40 hours and/or 5 Over the Road Days)

• Position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating the truck, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and materials weighing up to 40 pounds

• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, and climbing ladders

• Exposure to various temperature changes

• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (ear plugs, gloves, boots, etc.)

Supervision of Others

This position does not require any management responsibilities.

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Truck experience required, ability to pass truck driving skills test

• Must have a valid CDL and the ability to pass the DOT physical

• Basic knowledge of electronic driving logs

• Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures

• Attention to details, ability to recognize when there is a problem

• Love, appreciation and knowledge of beer, including a familiarity with the craft brewing industry and with beer styles

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Abita Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer