What We Look for in Team Members
We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and communication in all we do and expect from all team members. We’d love to receive your application and talk with you about your interest in the position if the overview below describes you.
Trainee-DOT Role Overview
The Trainee DOT is primarily responsible for learning all aspects of a Route Delivery Driver role, including the safe and efficient operation of the delivery vehicle. The Trainee DOT will service accounts (Bulk, Small Format, On-Premise, and Dollar General) along a designated route efficiently and effectively by delivering, unloading, and merchandising products in customer accounts according to PBV and customer standards, adhering to all company, state, and federal safety and driving regulations.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Conducts pre/post-trip inspection on truck according to DOT requirements and promptly reports problems to the fleet department.
Safely drives and maneuvers a truck having a gross vehicle weight of under or over 26,000 pounds.
Safely unloads product, ensuring proper check-in procedures.
Stocks shelves, racks, coolers, and displays, ensuring proper rotation.
Breaks down boxes and removes flats, damages, and empty cases to ensure proper credit is given.
Obtains required signatures, store stamps, and invoices to ensure proper settlement at the end of the day.
Communicates issues to appropriate store personnel and management.
Follows all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Zero (0) to two (2) years of commercial driving experience with a CDL is preferred.
Class A CDL required.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day of employment.
Must be able to obtain a CDL permit within 45 business days if CDL is not currently held.
Positive attitude and must be detail oriented.
Perform basic financial calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Excellent customer service skills.
Must be able to meet PBV driving qualifications.
Must be able to work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.
Compensation and Benefits
As part of your total compensation package, you will also receive the following benefits:
Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
401(k) with a company match
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
Saving and spending accounts
Company-paid telemedicine services
Free counseling and information services
Wellness program
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid disability coverage
Adoption assistance
Education assistance
Legal service plan option
Pay advance option
Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.
EOE M/F/D/V
Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at rmssupport@pbvllc.com
