Route Sales Relief Delivery Driver

Borden Dairy Company; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Borden Dairy Company is seeking a delivery driver to load, deliver, stock, and stage products at customer accounts along an established route. You will verify shipments, complete delivery paperwork, and handle customer inquiries while maintaining DOT compliance and safe vehicle operation.

This full-time role requires reliability, professional demeanor, and the ability to lift heavy loads. Minimum age 21, high school diploma or GED, and prior delivery/customer service experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum age of 21 years required.
• 6 months of verifiable experience driving a Class A or Class B commercial vehicle preferred.
• Manual transmission experience required; no automatic restrictions.
• Experience in product delivery and customer service preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; bilingual skills are a plus.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and various shifts as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, and deliver products to customer accounts.
• Drive a commercial vehicle along an established route to deliver, stock, and stage products.
• Set up merchandise displays and deliver promotional materials to customers.
• Verify shipment accuracy and ensure products are in salable condition.
• Address and resolve discrepancies and customer complaints professionally.
• Collect empty containers, rejected, or unsold merchandise for return.
• Complete daily inventory, order forms, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery documentation.
• Conduct Motor Vehicle Inspections in compliance with DOT regulations and company policy; assist with routine truck maintenance.
• Maintain a professional appearance and courteous demeanor with customers and coworkers.
• Accurately maintain vehicle and hours-of-service logs as required by DOT.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and consistent work hours.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Reading & writing

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Safely load, unload, and deliver products to customer accounts.
• Drive a commercial vehicle along an established route to deliver, stock, and stage products.
• Set up merchandise displays and deliver promotional materials to customers.
• Verify shipment accuracy and ensure products are in salable condition.
• Address and resolve discrepancies and customer complaints professionally.
• Collect empty containers, rejected, or unsold merchandise for return.
• Complete daily inventory, order forms, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery documentation.
• Conduct Motor Vehicle Inspections in compliance with DOT regulations and company policy; assist with routine truck maintenance.
• Maintain a professional appearance and courteous demeanor with customers and coworkers.
• Accurately maintain vehicle and hours-of-service logs as required by DOT.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and consistent work hours.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum age of 21 years required.
• 6 months of verifiable experience driving a Class A or Class B commercial vehicle preferred.
• Manual transmission experience required; no automatic restrictions.
• Experience in product delivery and customer service preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; capable of performing basic math and accurately recording data. Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Ability and willingness to workovertime, weekends, holidays, andvarious shiftsas required.
• Demonstrated ability to workindependently and collaborativelyin fast-paced, dynamic environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, reaching, climbing, pulling, and bending.
• Ability to routinely lift over60 lbsand push/pull up to300 lbsusing a hand-held hook.
• Must be able to work inhot and cold climates, both indoors and outdoors, including on refrigerated trucks.

EOE Vet/Disability:

Borden Dairy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Borden Dairy provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities without imposing undue hardship on Borden Dairy. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] for assistance.

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