Delivery Assistant non-DOT

Job Description

Abilene Beverage, 2141 Cottonwood, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

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.

The Delivery Assistant non‑DOT position will assist the service team by helping deliver Ben

E. Keith Beverages product to customers' retail locations.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with order verification, filling cooler windows and back stock, rotating product, and ensuring a great delivery experience by picking up all cardboard and trash.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and document activities.
• Build healthy business relationships and establish good communication with our retail customers.
• Safely unload orders at customer locations using hand trucks (dolies) or manual/electric jack.
• Organize and refill back stock, coolers, beer shelves, and displays.
• Count, fill, and condense back stock and retailer shelf inventory.
• Verify order completeness with customers, obtain signatures and payments.
• Maintain designated back‑stock area at customer locations; keep area organized and trash‑free.
• Communicate with sales staff about opportunities or challenges.
• Perform duties in a variety of settings (grocery, convenience, bar, etc.) and under challenging weather conditions such as rain or snow.
• Ensure company equipment is in safe condition, report incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Operate all company equipment safely and consistently with company policy.
• Build displays as required.
• Complete pre‑trip and post‑trip inspection of truck; document and report any needed repairs.
• Maintain and keep company vehicle cleaned at all times.
• Meet all DOT and Ben
  
  E. Keith safety and compliance standards regarding the vehicle, driving, loading, and unloading.
• Project a friendly, professional image at all times.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Prioritize multiple, competing priorities.

Driver safety is important to Ben

E. Keith. Dash cameras use artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, and improve driver safety performance. The videos also help exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Coordination of multiple activities and follow‑through with commitments.
• Good oral and written communication skills; team player.
• Highly motivated and results‑oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Organized with ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Basic mathematical calculation skills.
• Read and write English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs.; stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear.
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school graduate or GED.

• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

Ben

E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.