OTR Transport Driver -2nd Shift: 3:00pm - Until

Suntory; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education assistance

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking an OTR Driver for the 2nd shift (3:00pm start) to join the team and safely operate a tractor-trailer between production and distribution facilities. The role requires a valid CDL Class A, at least two years of tractor-trailer experience, and ability to pass DOT requirements.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires the ability to work extended shifts. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is part of Suntory/PepsiCo’s beverage network in the Carolinas and

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• CDL Class A license required or obtainable
• Minimum of two years tractor-trailer experience
• Experience positioning trailers at docks for loading/unloading
• Must pass PBV driving skills test
• Ability to work shifts longer than 8 hours
• Must pass DOT physical and obtain CDL/permit as required
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently drive a tractor-trailer between production and distribution facilities
• Operate an 80,000 pound tractor and semi-trailer to designated destinations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Position trailers at docks for loading/unloading
• Maintain a daily driver’s log
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CDL Class A License

Two years tractor-trailer experience

Pre-trip / post-trip inspections

Dock trailer positioning

Driver logs

Communication skills

PBV driving skills test

Shift >8 hours

DOT physical readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Job Description

Pepsi Bottling Venturesis seeking an OTR Driver - 2nd Shift: 3:00pm - Until to join our team!

Who We Are

We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125-year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory’s non-alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80-year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond.

What We Do

We make, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and other beverages. We do business in five states and sell PepsiCo beverages to most of the market in our geographic regions. We also develop our own line of beverages, producing and distributing a growing product line nationally.

What Makes Us Unique

We bring you the beverages you love. We bring PepsiCo’s beloved beverages and more to you and our customers. As a part of Suntory, we believe in dreaming big and boldly pursuing our dreams, growing for good, and giving back to society. We innovate to create new beverages, like our Nature’s Twist refreshing lemonade line, and we continuously expand our beverage portfolio to bring you and our customers joy.

What We Look for in Team Members

We integrity, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and communication in all we do and expect from all team members.

We’d love to receive your application and talk with you about your interest in the position if the overview below describes you.

OTR Driver Role Overview

To safely and efficiently drive a tractor-trail between production and distribution facilities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Operates an 80,000 pound tractor and semi-trailer carrying product to pre-determined destinations.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle will operate safely.
• Positions trailers at docks for loading and unloading product.
• Keeps and maintains a driver’s log book each day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• DOT CDL class A License required or must be able to obtain DOT Class A license.
• Two Years tractor – trailer experience required.
• Experience positioning trailer at docks for loading and unloading.
• Able to pass a PBV driving skills test.
• Ability to work shift in excess of 8 hours
• Ability to successfully pass DOT physical under guidelines set forth in Federal Motor Carriers Handbook.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day of employment. (Must be able to obtain a CDL permit by the 15th business day and 45 business days from their date of hire in which to obtain the license, if CDL is not currently held.)
• Average oral and written communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• As part of your total compensation package, you will also receive the following benefits:
  • Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
  • Saving and spending accounts
  • Company-paid telemedicine services
  • Free counseling and information services
  • Wellness program
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid disability coverage
  • Adoption assistance
  • Education assistance
  • Legal service plan option
  • Pay advance option

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]