Join our Transportation Team in Eastern Washington! Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers.
Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged.
RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value.
RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.
Summary
- RNDC is looking for a collaborative and energetic Route Driver to join our growing Operations team. The Cross Class Driver is to provide reliable and courteous delivery service to customers with safety a top priority;
- to provide a communication link between customers and operations management; to operate and maintain assigned vehicle(s);
and to maintain vehicle and customer records.
In this role, you will
- Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner. Maintains defensive driving. Provides a communication link between customers and staff.
- Reads and interprets maps and driving directions and reads and interprets road signs in English. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, customer forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records requested from management.
- Serves as a positive role model while providing delivery service.
- Cleans, inspects, and services assigned vehicle.
- Operates equipment on vehicle to load, unload, or disperse product. Obtains customer signature or collects payment for goods delivered and delivery charges.
- Assists in loading and unloading truck manually.
- Deliver the merchandise to assigned customers in a prompt, safe, business like, and friendly manner while giving top priority to taking care of our customer's needs.
- Return all delivery receipts to the appropriate supervisor at the end of the shift. Work as a team member by interacting and communicating with fellow associates in a cooperative, constructive manner.
- Check accuracy and stability of the load.
- Maintain company vehicle in an orderly manner, perform daily inspections and complete DOT mandated paperwork.
- Maintain preventive maintenance for company vehicles.
- Maintain warehouse area, must be clean and organized and be in federal, state and local compliance.
- Complete all paperwork promptly and accurately to support the delivery and billing functions of the company.
- Understand and interpret policies and procedures to make decisions independently.
- Build and maintain quality customer relationships.
- Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries of company products to our customers.
- Perform proper equipment maintenance as needed.
- Collaborate with management and sales representatives to communicate customer concerns and resolutions.
- Perform daily pre / post trip inspection of vehicles.
- Complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
What you bring to RNDC
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
- Two years delivery experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
- Requires a current State driver's license; ability to meet company vehicle insurance requirements.
- Must be able to obtain valid DOT medical certification card and file appropriately with state Motor Vehicle Department
What's in it for you
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental and vision benefits*
- Paid Time Off Program work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
- Paid volunteer time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid caregivers leave
- Fertility benefits
- Paid training
- Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
- Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates
- Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility
COVID-19 considerations :
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.
Bonus if you bring
- Continual and current certificates and CEU relating to management training.
- Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry
- WSET certifications
Compensation
This compensation information is a good faith estimate and provided in accordance with Washington's state law. Similar positions located outside of this jurisdiction may not necessarily receive the same compensation.
The salary generally starts at $25.00 an hour. The salary is an estimate based on an applicant's skills and experience.
Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers.
It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to : recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.
RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship.
If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please email [email protected].