DRIVER TRAINEE - South Bend Area

Driver Trainee - South Bend Area

Indiana Beverage South Bend - South Bend, IN 46628

Salary Range $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift First Shift Education Level High School Category Transportation

Description

Start Your Delivery Driving Career with an Established, Family-Owned Industry Leader!

Indiana Beverage, a family-owned beer and beverage distributor serving Northern Indiana since 1939, is hiring a Driver Trainee in the South Bend area. This is a hands-on, physically demanding position that requires manual labor throughout the workday. It's also your opportunity to earn while you learnget paid to train for your Class-A CDL through our top-rated, in-house program!

What You'll Do

As a Driver Trainee, you'll work alongside experienced drivers in an active role that involves frequent manual handling of beverage products. You can expect to:

• Assist with product deliveries to a variety of customers
• Learn delivery routes, customer service skills, and safety procedures
• Train to earn your Class-A CDL and become a full-time Route Driver
• Perform manual labor, including loading, unloading, moving, and handling beverage products throughout a fast-paced workday

Pay & Progression

• $23/hour to start
• $24/hour with CDL permit
• $25/hour with Class-A CDL

Why Join Indiana Beverage?

• Paid CDL training no experience required
• Home every night, weekends off; predictable schedule with little to no overtime
• Top-of-the-line equipment and safe work environment

Generous benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Bi-weekly pay and performance incentives
• Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 21 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Valid driver's license with a clean, insurable driving record (no DWI/OWI)
• Ability to pass: Drug screen, Criminal background check, DOT physical, Essential functions screening, MVR review
• Ability to obtain a Class-A CDL and Salesman's Permit
• Commitment to responsible alcohol handling and compliance with all laws

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding role. You must be able to:

• Lift up to 160 lbs from ground level
• Push/pull up to 2,100 lbs with a pallet jack
• Lift 30 lbs overhead and climb in/out of trucks repeatedly
• Perform repetitive movements including bending, twisting, squatting, and climbing stairs or ramps

Ready to launch your driving career with a company that values hard work, safety, and community? Submit a complete application to be considered for this exciting opportunity!