Driver Trainee

Driver Trainee

We love to add enthusiastic, hardworking Driver Trainee to join our team!

DeCrescente Distributing Company is the premier beverage distributor in the Capital Region, located in Mechanicville, NY. The pace is fast but the rewards of working at DeCrescente are great! If you're not afraid of hard work, this job may be for you.

Full-Time:
Tuesday - Friday 4:00am start time

Base Pay: $22.50/hr.

Job Summary:

The Driver Trainee is responsible for learning all aspects of Delivery Department standards and working toward obtaining a Class A CDL, which may lead to a future role as a Driver. Driver Trainees assists the Driver with whom they are assigned to with safe and timely delivery and merchandising of beverage products. The Driver Trainee is responsible for providing superior customer service while performing his/her duties.

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• All employees are held accountable for practicing and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Essential Functions:

Business:

• On a daily basis, delivers the customer-purchased product to assigned accounts
• Stock coolers and shelves neatly with product, and ensure proper rotation of product with every delivery
• Picks up all empty cases and or kegs at their respective stops daily
• Ensures all safety policies and other Company policies and procedures are adhered to all times

People:

• Communicates with customers and co-workers as needed to ensure superior customer service
• Communicates all problems or issues to immediate supervisor without delay
• Reports and resolves all customer service issues both internal and external in a timely manner
• Responsible for the communication and documentation of all accident, incidents, and injuries which occur in the delivery function

Self-Organization:

• Demonstrates the ability to evaluate and solve problems
• Completes assigned tasks within committed time frames in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapts to changing operational needs and demonstrates flexibility in overcoming obstacles.
• Responsible for applying for and obtaining a State of New York issued Class A CDL Permit and associated Medical Examination Report within 6 weeks of hire/transfer date.
• Responsible for completing all required education and testing and have received a valid Class A CDL within 6 months of hire/transfer date

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid NYS Driver's License with satisfactory driving record that would allow the Trainee to pursue a Class A License.
• 2 years' general employment experience, including a minimum of 1-year related driving and/or delivery experience required.
• Ability to work additional hours, as needed.
• Responsible use and maintenance of company-issued equipment

Work Shift Requirements:

• Ability to work additional hours, as needed
• Must speak to supervisor at least two (2) hours before the scheduled start of their scheduled shift when calling in sick. Voice mail or e-mail messages are not acceptable replacements.
• Comply with all company policies related to DeCrescente issued uniforms, safety footwear, and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Use and maintain company-issued equipment properly and responsibly

Environment & Physical Demands:

• Work safely and follow all DOT regulations, OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures
• For all on-the-job injuries or accidents, must notify Safety Officer and their Supervisor immediately (no later than 1 hour) and file a report.
• Regularly work in retail environments, including beverage coolers, basements, and backroom storage areas
• Exposure to rain, snow, extreme hot or cold
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 165lbs. with/without assistance
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, reach, balance, grasp

This position requires a valid driver's license and is subject to a pre-employment work physical and background check.

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and vision) after 30 days

401(k) with Generous Company Match

FREE Onsite Wellness Center for Medical Care and Physical Therapy

FREE Onsite Fitness Center with Round the Clock Access

Employee Purchase Discount Program

Generous Paid Time Off (Including your birthday!)

Holidays (Including a Super Bowl Holiday!)

Family Oriented Activities and Events

Mileage reimbursement for local travel