Route Relief Driver - River Falls, WI

Viking Coca-Cola Bottling Company; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Viking Coca-Cola Bottling Company in River Falls, WI seeks a Full-Time Route Relief Driver to join our on-site distribution team. You will drive varied routes, unload products, and merchandize to high standards while maintaining excellent customer relations.

Valid CDL and a clean driving record are essential; if you do not have one, you must obtain it within 90 days of hire. Pre-employment physical and drug screen are required. Competitive hourly pay and strong benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• CDL required; obtain within 90 days if not already held.
• Strong defensive driving knowledge to ensure safety on road.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for customer interactions and team coordination.
• Basic math skills for invoicing and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspections to meet DOT requirements.
• Verify inventory and complete checkout processes.
• Drive to customer locations and unload/merchandize products per standards.
• Interact professionally with customers and collect payments; manage returns.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Defensive driving

Excellent communication

Basic math

Job description

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey as a Full-Time Route Relief Driver with Viking Coca-Cola in River Falls, WI? This onsite position promises a thrilling work environment where no two days are the same! You'll be at the forefront of our distribution efforts, solving problems and ensuring our customers receive their favorite beverages. With a competitive pay range of $28.00 - $30.00 an hour, you will not only enjoy great compensation but also the satisfaction of being part of a dynamic, customer-focused team. Experience the energy and excitement of driving through varied routes while connecting with our vibrant community.

You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts

Let your journey with Viking Coca-Cola begin today!

Viking Coca-Cola: What drives us

Viking Coca-Cola is a privately held company owned by the Faber Family. Viking Coca-Cola remains a dedicated family-run establishment that includes the Faber family and extends beyond to all members of the team including delivery drivers, sales personnel, executive management, and our partners.

Your role as a Route Relief Driver

As a Full-Time Route Relief Driver at Viking Coca-Cola, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth delivery and merchandising of our beverages. With a commercial driver's license and a clean driving record, you'll conduct pre-trip inspections to meet DOT regulations while verifying inventory through a thorough check-out process. Your day will involve driving to various customer locations, unloading products, and merchandising them according to our high standards.

Engaging with customers in a professional and friendly manner, you'll collect payments and manage returns effectively. Utilizing handheld devices and printers for invoicing, you'll maintain seamless communication with both your account manager and the sales team, facilitating marketing efforts like displays and signage. Additionally, you'll keep the company vehicle in pristine condition while performing any other assigned duties, all within our fun and energetic company culture!

Are you the Route Relief Driver we're looking for?

To excel as a Full-Time Route Relief Driver at Viking Coca-Cola, you'll need a diverse skill set that aligns with our commitment to excellence. A valid Commercial Driver's License is essential, and if you don't have one, you must obtain it within 90 days of hire. A thorough understanding of traffic laws and defensive driving practices is critical to ensure safety on the road.

Strong written and organizational skills are necessary for completing paperwork accurately and legibly, while effective communication skills will help you build rapport with customers and your team. Basic math skills are also required for accurate invoicing, enabling you to manage transactions confidently. With these essential skills, you will thrive in our customer-centric environment and contribute to our mission of delivering excellence in every interaction!

Must be able to pass Pre-employment physical & drug screen.