Driver: Class A CDL

Who We Are:
Watkins Distributing is a family owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Job Summary:
Class A CDL Drivers are responsible for the safe and timely delivery of product to customers within an assigned territory, while providing excellent service at every stop.

Key Responsibilities:

- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Drive an assigned route, delivering product in a safe, timely, and professional manner while following all DOT and traffic regulations.
- Unload product from the trailer using a pallet jack and/or hand truck.
- Check product in with store personnel.
- Verify orders and obtain signatures to ensure deliveries are accurate.
- Stock cooler space, shelf space, and displays at the time of delivery.
- Rotate all product according to company standards.
- Pick up empty keg shells, damaged items, and mis-ordered product for credit.
- Collect invoices and complete detailed route paperwork daily.
- Communicate effectively with sales representatives and store personnel.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

- Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card required.
- Clean driving record with no major violations.
- Delivery driver experience preferred.
- Must be able to maneuver a fully loaded hand truck.
- Comfortable using hand-held computers and other standard input/output devices.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

- Must be able to lift and move cases weighing 20–30 lbs. regularly and up to 160 lbs. to waist level. Tasks include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
- Work independently across multiple retail locations throughout the shift.
- Safely operate a commercial vehicle in changing weather conditions.

Benefits:

- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) matching up to 7%
- Health insurance after 60 days
- Beverage product discounts