CDL Driver Trainee

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi we spread home-grown joy in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nations largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC SC MD & DE.

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Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Trainee is primarily responsible for learning all aspects of a Customer Delivery Specialist role including the safe and efficient operation of the delivery vehicle and all duties necessary to provide world class service to our customers. Upon completion of training the Trainee is responsible for performing the Customer Delivery Specialist function on various routes (including open and vacation routes).

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• 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 26000 pounds.
• Services all scheduled customers by the end of shift according to PBV and customer standards.
• Delivers product to store.
• Executes delivery on all promotions.
• Unloads merchandises and rotates product in all accounts to PBV and customer standards (e.g. filling shelves and coolers building and stocking displays making products look attractive on shelves rotating products refilling out of stocks removing out of date products removing/returning shells etc.)
• Establishes positive working relationships with primary contact at each account.
• Obtains required signatures store stamps or otherwise meets other requirements in order to ensure accurate settlement of all invoices at the end of the day.
• Communicates issues to appropriate store personnel and management.
• Follows all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Follows company rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical prior to first day of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a CDL permit by the 15th business day and 45 business days from their date of hire in which to obtain the license if CDL is not currently held.
• Positive attitude and must be detail oriented.
• Perform basic financial calculations such as addition subtraction multiplication and division.
• Regular reliable and predictable attendance.
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Perform heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in a fast paced ever-changing environment.
• Self-starter with excellent follow-up skills.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Meet PBV driving qualifications.
• Work hours necessary to complete assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Mental Functions

Repetitive job requiring frequent but not more than normal mental or visual effort or alertness.

Physical Functions

Constantly (34%-66%) required to walk stand lift up to 56 pounds and push/pullpounds with the assistance of a pallet jack. Frequently (67%-100%) required to sit. Occasionally (0%-33%) required to climb.

EQUIPMENT USED

Cars / trucks handheld computer pallet jacks hand trucks phone calculator and general office equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

None required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to speak and read English.

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- or via e-mail at