Transfer Driver

Cheers to a Beer & Spirits Career!

Join the team that has been recognized by both USA Today and The Dallas Morning News as a Top Workplace !

The fact that you landed here indicates you are looking for a better workplace. Maybe you feel unappreciated, and you are tired of being treated like just another employee. When you join our team, you become part of the Andrews

family, a place where you valued and respected.

We invest in our team members and are dedicated to their success by offering:

- Weekly Pay, Every Friday
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- 401k with Company Match (FREE Money!!)

And yes, you will receive free Beer throughout the year! (Root beer to those under 21 years old.) After all, you will be working for an award-winning BEER & Spirits distributor, and we want you to enjoy the brands you already love like Modelo, Coors, Miller Lite, Corona, Heineken, Blue Moon, Shiner, Sam Adams, Dos Equis, Revolver, Lakewood, Rahr, Truly, Topo Chico, Twisted Tea, Pacifico , and many more!!

And for those who enjoy spirits, Andrews is now distributing some of the top brands within the Spirits category such as   Buffalo Trace, Fireball, Southern Comfort, Corazon, Wheatley, Seagram's, Canadian Mist,  and other  Whiskey, Rum, Vodka, Gin, Brandy, Cognac ,  and   Tequila  brands!

So let's talk about the role.. .

A Transfer Driver is responsible for the transferring of product to and from Andrews’ distribution facilities, suppliers and retail accounts.  Safely drives all company vehicles and operates company equipment in compliance with safety and DOT regulations.  This role is part of the Operations team.

WORK TASKS

A Transfer Driver can be expected to perform the following tasks in this role as a routine part of their job:

Drives fleet equipment safely for local supplier product pickup and daily transfers of product and assets to and from Andrews’ facilities and supplier accounts applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering on the road and company premises.

- Transfers needed assets to Andrews’ facilities for processing.

Ensures transfers are properly sealed to and from each facility to assure loads are delivered secured for undamaged transport of product and product protection.

Completes daily transport equipment inspections in accordance with DOT regulations; reports needs for maintenance as needed, and ensures preventative and routine maintenance is performed.

Maintains necessary inventory and delivery documentation as needed.

Adheres to all applicable suppliers, driving and safety regulations.

This list is not all inclusive of other tasks and subtasks that may be necessary in performing this role, but rather an overview of the role’s primary work tasks.

CAPABILITIES

A Transfer Driver has a greater opportunity to succeed if they can develop and master the following job related capabilities and KSAs:

KNOWLEDGE

- Andrews Portfolio and DISC
- Beer and Distribution Industry
- DOT Regulations and Guidelines
- Quality Standards and Code Dates
- Safety Procedures and Policies
- SmartDrive Program
- TABC Guidelines

SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Ability to Operate a Commercial Truck
- Ability to Operate Forklift, Pallet Jack, Lift Gate and Other Required Equipment
- Ability to Perform Basic Math and Write Legibly
- Ability to Solve Problems and Develop Potential Solutions
- Ability to Use a Dolly Properly
- Attention to Detail Skills
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Reading Comprehension Skills
- Technical Aptitude/Computer/iPad Skills

QUALIFICATIONS

A qualified candidate for the Transfer Driver role should satisfy the expectations below:

REQUIRED

- Two to Three Years of Commercial Driving Experience (Daytime and Nighttime Conditions)
- High School Graduate or Equivalent Certificate
- Class A CDL Licensed

PREFERRED

- Previous Distribution Business Experience
- Good Communication Skills
- Previous Experience Driving Long Haul Trailers/End Load

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to pull/push a load up to 100 lbs.
- Off Premise and Transfer Driver:  Requires heavy and repetitive lifting/placement of products; up to 55 lbs.
- On Premise Driver:  Requires heavy and repetitive lifting/placement of products; up to 165 lbs.
- Requires ability to tolerate working in an environment with inside/outside ambient/extreme temperatures.
- Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
- Driving is required during the workday.
- Bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs ladders and stairs, stands, walks, and turns/pivots frequently throughout duration of workday.
- Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating via email, inputting data and other forms of documentation using company and industry software.
- Ability to speak, hear, and see is required to communicate with employees, and to operate varied machinery, equipment, computers and vehicles.
- Hand-eye coordination and fine manipulation skills are necessary to operate computers and various facility machinery and equipment.
- Must be able to maintain a current/valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform job functions in compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety policies and best practices.
- Must maintain regular and punctual attendance.