Local CDL Delivery Driver

Overview

Come join the largest beer distributor in the United States and be a part of our Performance Promise where we live out our company's purpose of connecting customers, consumers and brands every day, everywhere we operate.

At Reyes Beverage Group, we're proud to be the largest beer distributor in the United States - and distribute a growing number of spirits brands, too. We deliver over 325 million cases annually to over 115,000 retail accounts across the nation.

Chicago Beverage Systems joined Reyes Beverage Group in 1979 as the first distributor in our organization today. We operate from a 291,971 square foot, state-of-the-art facility on the city's West Side. At Chicago Beverage Systems, we proudly sell and distribute the largest portfolio of import, craft and domestic brands in Chicago, delivering 10 million cases of beer each year to more than 7,200 retailers across the Chicago metro area.

Are you ready to start or propel your beer career with the largest and fastest growing distributor? We represent the best brands in the country including Modelo, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Corona, White Claw, Heineken, Truly, Pacifico, Yuengling, Lagunitas, Blue Moon, and more! We offer competitive pay and benefits, best-in-class training, and advancement opportunities that will turn this job into a career. Tap into your talent by applying today!

Responsibilities

Pay Transparency Statement:  The compensation philosophy reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting.  We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.  This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the safe operation of company equipment and timely, courteous delivery of product to our customers.

• Chicago Beverage Systems

• Location: Chicago, IL

• M-F daytime schedule, home every night, no weekends

• We serve 8 Chicagoland counties

• Frequent driver appreciation events and activities

• Physical therapist on staff

• Retirement pension

• Free beer on every holiday and birthday

• 7 paid holidays

• First year pay average $65,000

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Safely and professionally operate a commercial motor vehicle

• Use Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and/or Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as an electric pallet jack and/or hand truck

• Maneuver vehicle and equipment in congested areas with limited space and potential obstacles

• Unload and deliver products to our customer utilizing various methodologies that may include manual conveyors, carts, or pallets in multi-temperature environments

• Provide exceptional customer service to consumers and store personnel

• Complete delivery and pick up paperwork

• Pick up returned product as required

• Collect company assets to include payments, carts, pallets, etc.

• Complete pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections of equipment and vehicle

• Complete company training and certifications as required

• Effectively communicate and maintain contact with shift supervisor, dispatch, and/or co-workers

• Other projects or duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Must have at least 1 year Class A commercial driving experience or equivalent driving experience in the military

• Must have and maintain an acceptable driving record in compliance with DOT requirements

• Must be able to lift products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

• Must be able to pass a post-offer background, DOT Physical and drug test

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Customer service experience

• Experience with a handheld ordering device and working in a multi-temperature environment

• Stocking, product handling, local delivery, or unloading experience

• Foodservice distribution, grocery store, or beverage delivery experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.