Truck Jockey

andrewsdistributing; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Health, Dental, & Vision insurance

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

401k with Company Match (FREE Money!!)

Nike™ Branded Uniforms

FREE BEER throughout the year! (Root 🍺

Job summary

Andrews Distributing in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking reliable CDL drivers to join our award-winning team. You will operate fleet equipment safely, perform pre-trip inspections, and assist with loading pallets while maintaining safety policies and delivering customers' products with care.

Starting pay is $23.25 per hour for Texas Class A CDL holders. We offer weekly pay, health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time, a company-matched 401(k), Nike-branded uniforms, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Basic math comprehension.
• Texas Class A CDL Operator's License required.

Responsibilities

• Drive fleet equipment safely in and out of the warehouse and on company premises.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and maintain battery and fuel levels.
• Assist DC loading team with staging, moving and loading pallets on trucks as directed.
• Visually verify pallets for accuracy and secure transport of products.
• Follow product handling procedures and properly manage damaged products and returns.
• Ensure refrigeration unit is functioning and report issues to the Shift Manager.
• Work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Read English

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cheers to a Beer & Spirits Career!!

Join the team that has been recognized by both USA Today and The Dallas Morning News as a Top Workplace!

The fact that you landed here indicates you are looking for a better workplace. Maybe you feel unappreciated, and you are tired of being treated like just another employee. When you join our team you become part of the Andrews family, a place where you are valued and respected.

Schedule

Sunday 10am-2pm and Monday-Thursday: 5:00pm - 1:30am or to when the work is completed.

Pay

Starting pay is $23.25 an hour with a Texas Class A CDL.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay, Every Friday!
• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• 401k with Company Match (FREE Money!!)
• Nike™ Branded Uniforms
• FREE BEER throughout the year! (Root beer to those under 21 years old.)

After all, you will be working for an award-winning BEER distributor, and we want you to enjoy the brands you already love like Modelo, Coors, Miller, Corona, Heineken, Blue Moon, Shiner, Sam Adams, Dos Equis, Revolver, Lakewood, Rahr, Truly, Topo Chico, Mike's, Pacifico, and many more. And for those who enjoy spirits, Andrews is now distributing some of the top brands within the Spirits category such as Buffalo Trace, Fireball, Southern Comfort, Corazon, Wheatley, Seagram's, Canadian Mist, and other Whiskey, Rum, Vodka, Gin, Brandy, Cognac, and Tequila brands!

What you will do

• Drive fleet equipment safely in and out of warehouse within short distances applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering on the road and company premises.
• Adhere to company safety policy and procedures; complete pre-trip daily equipment inspections and maintain proper batteries and fuel in assigned equipment.
• Assist DC loading team with staging, moving and loading built pallets on trucks as needed with direction from Manager.
• Visually verify pallets being loaded for accuracy and to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Follow established product handling procedures regarding condition and appearance; properly handle damaged product, product returns and dunnage.
• Ensure refrigeration unit is functioning and report any issues to the Shift Manager.
• Work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

This list is not all inclusive of other tasks and subtasks that may be necessary in performing this role, but rather an overview of the role's primary work tasks. Here at Andrews, we always step outside of our normal responsibilities to assist each other and effectively care for Customers.

Must Have

• 18 Years of Age or Older
• Ability to Read and Understand English
• Basic Math Comprehension
• Texas Class A CDL Operator's License

We Hope You Will Have

• High School Graduate or Equivalent Certification
• Effective Communication Skills

Physical Requirements & Essential Functions

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to pull/push a load up to 100 lbs.
• Off Premise and Transfer Driver: Requires heavy and repetitive lifting/placement of products; up to 55 lbs.
• On Premise Driver: Requires heavy and repetitive lifting/placement of products; up to 165 lbs.
• Requires ability to tolerate working in an environment with inside/outside ambient/extreme temperatures.
• Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Driving is required during the workday.
• Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday.
• Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating via email, inputting data and other forms of documentation using company and industry software.
• Ability to speak, hear, and see is required to communicate with employees, and to operate varied machinery, equipment, computers and vehicles.
• Hand-eye coordination and fine manipulation skills are necessary to operate computers and various facility machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to maintain a current/valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform job functions in compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety policies and best practices.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance.