Driver Trainee - Cooper-Booth Wholesale Company

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Cooper-Booth Wholesale Company (CBW) has been in the wholesale distribution business since 1865 when Booth Tobacco Company was incorporated in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company continued to grow with the acquisition of Cooper Tobacco and a number of other distributors over the years.

Family owned and operated for three generations, our longevity has been made possible by providing our customers with the best service and value available. Today, CBW is a full-line, full-service wholesale distributor serving retailers in the Mid-Atlantic region, and is recognized as one of the Top 10 leading convenience store wholesalers in the country.

Learn more about CBW at www.cooperbooth.com.

This position has multiple openings!

Trainee Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, dispatching generally between 1:00 am and 5:00 am

Trainee Compensation: $18.00/hour

Position Summary: The Driver Trainee position is ideal for individuals interested in starting a career in the transportation industry. As a Driver Trainee, you will be trained to work as a Driver Helper while attending a CBW approved, qualified driving school. You will complete paid on-the-job training for making deliveries as you continue to learn route driving. While in the role you will develop the skills needed to become a CDL Driver. This role provides an excellent opportunity for career advancement within our company. Upon successful completion of the trainee program and obtaining your CDL, you will move into a Delivery Driver position. As a Delivery Driver, your schedule and compensation will be based on the specific routes assigned to you, differing from your Trainee schedule and compensation. CBW Drivers start around $75,000 per year.

Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Drivers with Deliveries: Help the driver with the loading, unloading, and delivery of products to customers, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Product Handling: Safely handle and transport goods, ensuring they are delivered in good condition. This may involve lifting, carrying, and moving products within customer premises using a handcart.
• Customer Interaction: Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with customer during deliveries. Address customer inquiries or direct them to the appropriate contact.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and company policies. Assist in ensuring that the delivery vehicle is operated safely and complies with all safety regulations.
• Route Navigation: Support the driver in planning and navigating delivery routes, learning to efficiency manage time, and optimize delivery schedules.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Assist the driver in conducting routine vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance needs to ensure the vehicle remains in safe and operating condition.
• Training and Development: Participate in on-the-job training and education programs to learn the skills and knowledge necessary for a future driving position.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Must be 20 years of age or older. Federal guidelines require all CDL holders to be at least 21 years of age to operate a commercial motor vehicle across state lines.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior professional driving experience required.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution, or delivery environment is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work productively and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all levels of management.
• Maintain composure is stressful situations.
• Proper sense of urgency with all levels of management and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and stay organized.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Communicate and correspond with co-workers and management effectively.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations.

Benefits:

• Complete medical, dental, vision, life, pet, disability, and accident insurances starting the first of the month following 60-days of employment.
• 401(k) after 6 months with 2% employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO); starting at 80 hours your first year.
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health benefits available!
• Ability to purchase products from the warehouse at wholesale price.