CDL CLASS A DELIVERY DRIVER

Ajax Distributing Co., INC Job Opportunity

Ajax Distributing is a family owned and operated distribution company for beer and non-alcoholic beverages in Clarksville, Paris, Memphis and surrounding areas. Ajax Distributing is an equal opportunity employer started in 1933 by Edward "Ajax" and Geraldine Turner as a Double Cola and Dr. Pepper bottler and Falstaff and Gerst beer distributor in Clarksville. Ajax acquired the rights to Miller High Life in 1970 and Miller Lite in 1975. The company later acquired the rights to Coors Brewing Company in 1988.

Full-Time Position: Monday - Friday Location: Paris, TN

To deliver product to retail accounts on a predetermined route for advance sales. Comply with quality assurance policies and procedures. Responsible for the safe operation and care of assigned company equipment in compliance with all vehicle code and company policies. Maintain strong customer rapport, quality service, and effective merchandising of all products. Assure quality standards are maintained through scheduled product rotation without direct supervision.

Deliver all products to scheduled accounts in good condition and within scheduled delivery time. Assure all brands and packages are rotated in back rooms on a "first-in, first-out" basis in accordance with supplier requirements to safeguard that no past-dated products are made available to consumers. Abide by all local, state and federal beverage codes. Properly account for all cash/credit proceeds and products removed from inventories. Accurately compute and record all transactions and convey all related cash, checks and documents to Route Audit at conclusion of work shift. Provide shelf merchandising to all stores upon request by manager or customer. Assure safe operation of assigned vehicle by completing vehicle safety check daily and/or completing repair order same day as problem is detected to avoid unnecessary repair cost and to comply with DMV regulations. Maintain cab and bays of truck in a neat and clean manner at all times. Provide excellent rapport and positive exposure of product through quality service to ultimately increase product sales and market share. Perform other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Commercial Class A driver license and must maintain an acceptable driver record in compliance with DOT requirements.
• One year of commercial driving experience is preferred.
• Experience in beverage delivery is preferred.
• The employee must be able to lift/manipulate products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 170 lbs. when handling keg products.
• Able to push or pull carts that weigh up to 800lbs when loaded.

Benefits

• Complete insurance coverage – medical, dental, vision, life.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.