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Ben E. Keith

RSA - DOT (CDL - A Driver)

Ben E. Keith, Abilene, Texas, us, 79608


RSA - DOT (CDL - A Driver)

Abilene, TX, USAReq #8451

Sunday, October 13, 2024

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.Beverage CareersFood CareersPosition Summary and Responsibilities:Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction.Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water, and request service and repairs as needed.Assemble orders for timely delivery to customer businesses, ensuring accurate delivery windows for each route stop.Place delivered products in various assigned storage locations at each route stop according to customer requests.Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.Immediately communicate problems to the Transportation Supervisor by phone.Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.Manage multiple assignments and tasks, ensuring appropriate use of time, equipment, and materials.Follow BEK transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety guidelines.Comply with traffic laws and obey transportation and traffic procedures.Follow transportation policies, DOT regulations, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel.Remain DOT compliant and aware of DOT changes in guidelines.

Ensure conformance with BEK standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements.Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations.Review customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.Report mechanical problems, delays, accidents or other traffic situations to base location as needed.Turn in receipts and monies received from customer deliveries.Maintain records, including vehicle logs, cargo and/or billing statements in accordance with BEK policies.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:Must know and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety RegulationsAt least 1 year of route driving experience requiredDOT certification requiredMust be at least 21 years oldValid State Class A CDL license required in state of residenceAbility to understand and enforce regulatory guidelinesKnowledge of customer service principles and quality standardsAbility to use Microsoft Office and learn new applications/proprietary softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skillsBasic math skills requiredStrong interpersonal skills with multiple levels of organizationSelf-motivated; customer-focusedExcellent relationship management and interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented; prioritization; Innovative problem solverActive listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skillsCommitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standardsHigh school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:Able to perform repetitive lifting of over 50lbs., occasional lifting over 100lbs.Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.Must be able to walk extensively.Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend at the waist, stoop, and squat to lift heavy items in a proper manner.Must have normal use of shoulders, arms, wrist, hands, feet and legs.Must be able to read numbers and product descriptions.

Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras which leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events and improve driver safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance* Short and Long Term Disability* 401K with matching contribution* Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)* Employee Assistance Program* Wellness Program* Educational Assistance Program* Paid Vacation and holidays* Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal ContractorMinorities/Females/Veterans/DisabledOther detailsJob FamilyTransportation

Job FunctionDOT Driver

Pay TypeHourly

Employment IndicatorSafety Sensitive - Driver Award

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Abilene, TX, USA

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