Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
IA – Des Moines – Des Moines, IA
Remote Type
N/A
Position Type
CDL Driver Trainee
Education Level
High School Diploma / GED
Salary Range
$22.00 – $28.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Road Warrior
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Transportation
Description
Job Title:
Route Service Representative
Reports To:
Transportation Manager and Delivery Lead
Status:
Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Direct Reports:
None
Department:
Delivery
Location:
Des Moines
Schedule:
Generally Monday- Friday, with occasional Saturdays; Start times vary between 3:30am-7:00am – End times between 1pm-7pm. Average 50-55 hours per week.
HOME NIGHTLY – LOCAL ROUTES
*Starting wage with NO CDL: $22.00*
*Wage when CDL license obtained or starting wage for current CDL A: $25.00 (average time to complete 6-12 weeks)
*Wage once assigned a delivery route: $28.00 (average time from hire to route – 12-20 weeks)
Time to complete CDL and get assigned a route varies on each individual
Sign-on & retention bonuses – This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus (less applicable taxes) of $3,000 if you come on-board without a CDL, or $5,000 if you have a CDL.
Position Description:
Drivers are responsible for ensuring timely delivery of products to predetermined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, loading and unloading trucks and providing exceptional customer service. This position is responsible for the performance of all duties within the objectives, standards, mission, and policies of Doll Distributing LLC, State of Iowa laws and regulations governing the beer industry, and brewery/supplier requirements.
Essential Functions:
- Deliver product on a scheduled route and within appointed time parameters
- Unload products from trailers, by hand or using hand carts, and place in designated customer areas
- Rotate and stock coolers, shelves, and backroom stock at customer location
- Operate handheld devices to generate invoices
- Cross-check inventory dropped off with the order and obtain signatures from customer to verify delivery
- Collect payment where required, reconcile route and turn in all funds collected daily
- Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the policies and procedures of Doll Distributing, LLC
- Comply with all federal Department of Transportation regulations related to vehicle operations and Class A Commercial Iowa Drivers License (CDL)
- Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited, to hand carts, pallets, load bars, personal protective equipment, electric pallet jacks, and lift gates
- Adhere to all safety expectations and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions
- Other duties as assigned
Non-Essential Functions:
- Maintain sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer and assist with maintaining sanitary conditions in the warehouse
- Build product displays at the customer location
- Work efficiently and strive for growth within assigned territory
- May be asked to work on evenings and weekends for special events
Qualifications
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions
- Meet or exceed minimum productivity standards established by Doll Distributing, LLC
- Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision
- Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control procedures
- Demonstrate strong communication, customer relations, and problem resolution skills
- Working knowledge of Excel and Outlook and entry-level (or ability to learn) Mobility
- Able to work with a diverse group of people and customers
Qualifications:
- Must be 19 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving record within MVR policy guidelines
- CDL permit (all 3 parts)
- Ability to obtain CDL license within 45-60 days of employment
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information in English
- Basic mathematical aptitude
Working Conditions:
- Physical/Mental Capabilities
- Frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs 1-50 pounds, and keg beer weighing up to 165 lbs; daily lifting of 20,000 to 40,000 or more pounds of product
- Frequently reach up to 72″ to stack and unstack pallets and hand carts
- Constantly bend and twist while loading and unloading product, stocking coolers and shelves, and rotating backroom stock at customer locations
- The individual in this role must possess the ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, and climb stairs on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to safely lift a minimum of 24 lbs without assistance, waist level, waist to shoulder level, shoulder level to overhead. Must have ability to push/pull/lift a maximum of 165 lbs with appropriate equipment. Requires significant demands on these physical requirements through entire work shift with tasks performed in all weather conditions. The ability to pay attention to detail, problem-solve, troubleshoot, and make decisions is required.
- Temperature/Climate
- This position will spend 90% of the shift in a climate-controlled environment and 10% of the shift in an outdoor environment
- May work outside in extreme weather conditions including, but not limited to, ice and extreme heat
- Safety Considerations
- This position will occasionally drive a semi-tractor trailer which ranges from 36 ft to 60 ft
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Steel-toed boots/shoes with skid-proof soles are required
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation and financial support – We offer competitive wages for our market, as well as opportunities for overtime, a company 401k match, and paid personal time and holidays.
- Generous benefits – Benefits are available to new hires on the first of the month after 30 days of service. We are proud to offer robust plan options at a low cost to employees and their families.
- Fast-paced and positive work environment – No two days at Doll Distributing will ever be the same, and our managers strive to provide their employees with new and challenging learning opportunities. We can promise you will not be watching the clock! And being in the beer business, we like to have fun!
- Opportunities for growth – Just as our website says, your future is our commitment. The majority of our employees in sales and leadership started their careers at Doll in an entry-level position. We always consider internal candidates for openings first!
Doll Distributing, LLC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability) and E-Verify participant