Service and Sales Support Representative - Pepsi - Valentine

LinPepCo | Local Beverage Distributor; Valentine (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LinPepCo is seeking a field-maintenance technician to maintain and repair vending, fountain, coffee, ice and refrigeration equipment and to install, relocate and service such equipment at customer accounts in Valentine, NE. The role supports delivery and sales teams by stocking, ordering and merchandising products.

The ideal candidate will have a Class A CDL, mechanical/refrigeration knowledge, basic electrical skills and strong trouble-shooting abilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL for interstate operation.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Mechanical and refrigeration trade school training preferred.
• Diagnostic/troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of machines/tools, repair and maintenance.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to move large pieces of equipment with mechanical aids.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising; DOT regulations familiar.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vending, fountain, coffee, ice and refrigeration equipment.
• Install, remove and relocate vending and dispensing equipment.
• Account for product and cash from vending machines.
• Prepare equipment for installation/relocation.
• Perform daily handheld close-out procedures.
• Ensure vehicle has appropriate parts inventory and restock as needed.
• Transport product and equipment to/from events.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and pre/post-trip checks.
• Provide relief for Delivery Customer Representatives and Territory Sales Managers.
• Order product for delivery to customer accounts and reconcile routes.
• Drive truck to deliver product; prepare/receive documentation for delivery/pickup.
• Stock, rotate and merchandise product per customer specs.
• Develop and maintain customer relations; keep vehicle clean.
• Complete required reports; observe safety procedures and DOT rules.

Skills

Class A CDL

Mechanical knowledge

Refrigeration knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Vehicle operation & safety

Problem solving

Communication skills

DOT regulations familiarity

Inventory management

Heavy equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Mechanical/refrigeration trade school (preferred)

Tools

Tablets

Job description

Valentine, NE! Pay based upon experience.

CDL-A Preferred!

Position Summary

The purpose of this role is to maintain and repair all vending, fountain, coffee, ice and refrigeration equipment to maximize customer satisfaction and sales. This role will also install, remove and relocate all vending, fountain, coffee, ice and refrigeration equipment to maximize customer satisfaction. Perform preventative and quality maintenance checks in addition to maintaining various records and reports. This position will also function in a relief role to the Delivery Customer Representatives and Territory Sales Managers by ordering, delivering, stocking, rotating, and merchandising products.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, etc.

Essential Job Functions

• Diagnose and repair vending, fountain, coffee, ice and refrigeration equipment
• Install, remove and relocate vending, fountain and all other dispensing equipment
• Account for product and cash from vending machines
• Reman and/or prepare equipment for installation
• Perform daily handheld close out procedures
• Ensure vehicle has appropriate levels of parts inventory and restock as needed
• Transport product and equipment to and from special events
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Must be available to work weekends and on-call when assigned
• Function in a relief role for the Delivery Customer Representatives to support vacations and illnesses.
• Function in a relief role to the Territory Sales Manager by ordering product for delivery to customer accounts
• Drive truck to deliver product to customer account
• Prepare, receive and provide appropriate documentation for the delivery or pick up of product
• Reconcile route each day and turn in all required DSD reports
• Stack product according to customer specifications
• Collect empty pallets and shells from the customer's backroom
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise product as needed
• Develop and maintain good customer relations
• Maintain vehicle to company standards including cleanliness
• Complete pre-and post-trip inspections
• Perform other duties as necessary

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A valid "Class A" commercial driver's license and the ability to operate in Interstate commerce
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Mechanical and refrigeration trade school training preferred
• Diagnostic/troubleshooting experience preferred
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Basic knowledge of tablets
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to & experience in moving large pieces of equipment with mechanical aides
• A driving record that meets LinPepCo's Policy on Driver Records
• Knowledge of inventory management and general merchandising
• Basic knowledge of tablets
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in problem-solving and judgment and decision making
• Observe and follow all safety procedures
• Familiar with DOT regulations

Working Environment

Work generally takes place in customer accounts, which may include working in close, confined spaces and exposure to occasional dust and unpleasant odors.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Overview and EEO Statement

LinPepCo is a Pepsi-Cola independent distributor and has more than 35 years of soft drink and vending product distribution experience. Our company includes five soft drink franchises in the Midwest, a full-line vending company, a full-service coffee company and a refrigeration division that specializes in equipment service leasing. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at LinPepCo will be based on merit, qualifications, skills and other relevant criteria. LinPepCo does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the job. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.

Due to the nature of our work and to help maintain a safe workplace for our employees and customers, after a candidate receives a conditional offer of employment, they will be required to complete pre-employment screening. This includes a criminal background check, drug screening, and for certain roles, a motor vehicle record review. Screening results are evaluated based on several factors, including the nature and severity of an offense, how much time has passed, the relevance to the positions, patterns of repeated offenses, and driving history for roles that require operating a vehicle. All results are reviewed fairly and in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.