Route Driver

Atlantic Bottling Company; Walcott (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off (PTO)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Gym discounts

Performance feedback

Job summary

Atlantic Bottling Company in Walcott, IA is seeking a Route Driver to deliver Coca-Cola products along a designated route. You will unload, stock, rotate products, and build in-store displays while maintaining professional contact with customers.

The role requires a CDL Class A with air brakes, strong customer service and the ability to follow routes and safety guidelines. You should be reliable, able to travel, and comfortable working in varying weather.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with air brakes is required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow directions and work orders.
• Reliable transportation and regular attendance.
• Able to work in varying weather and travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customer sites along the route according to work orders.
• Follow DOT laws, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Unload the vehicle, move product to the designated location, fill shelves, rotate stock, build displays, and receive unsold goods (credits).
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and professional appearance at customer sites.
• Travel extensively; perform other duties as required.

Skills

CDL Class A with Air Brakes

Customer service excellence

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reading work orders

Flexible/adaptable

Light computer experience

Reliability & attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Quad Cities Branch - WALCOTT, IA 52773

Overview / Function

The Route Driver plays a key role in delivering Atlantic Coca‑Cola Bottling Company products to customer locations and may assist with setting out and rotating new product displays.

Major Responsibilities

• Follow work orders and SOPs while making deliveries to customer sites along the designated route.
• Follow all DOT laws, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Unload the vehicle, move product to the designated location, fill shelves, rotate stock, build displays, and receive unsold goods (credits).
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area at the customer site to ensure safety for self and customers.
• Maintain professional contact with customers and keep a neat appearance to represent the company and Coca‑Cola brand image.
• Perform other duties as required.

Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• No greater than two moving violations and no OWIs in the last five years.
• Class A CDL with air brakes required; assistance will be provided to obtain if needed.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow directions and work orders.
• Ability to follow all safety requirements and protocols.
• Customer‑focused team player.
• Flexible and able to adapt to varying situations.
• Some light computer experience helpful.
• Regular, consistent attendance essential.
• Reliable transportation required.

Additional

• Travel to various customer sites; each environment differs.
• Role is very active; require alertness while driving.
• Frequently lift or move items up to 55 lbs. (Equipment and tools provided).
• Standing, walking, twisting, grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, sitting, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing required.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision required with ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to climb stairs necessary.
• Extensive day travel required.
• Work in varying weather conditions (sun, rain, sleet, snow, cold, heat).
• Position considered safety sensitive.

Benefits

• Flexible and non‑traditional scheduling such as evenings, part‑time, and 4‑day week opportunities.
• Paid parental leave and paid time off (PTO).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
• Career development, training, and tuition assistance.
• Wellness focus with discounted gym memberships and mental health benefits.
• Recognition program and milestone celebrations.
• Coca‑Cola perks, discounts, and swag.
• Approachable and collaborative leadership.
• Regular performance feedback and employee survey opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer