Delivery Driver

Delivery Driver

Reports To: Transportation Manager

Role Perks:

• NO CDL REQUIRED
• Guaranteed Hours - If you complete all scheduled shifts in a week but your total hours worked are less than 40, the company will provide the additional hours needed to reach a total of 40. This ensures that you receive full-time compensation for your commitment to being present for the entire workweek.
• Sign On Bonus: You will be eligible to receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus, which will be paid after the successful completion of 90 days of employment, provided you remain actively employed and in good standing with the company at the time of payment.

Role Overview

As a Delivery Driver, you'll do more than just transport products, you'll represent the Tryon experience at every stop. You'll deliver our curated selection of beer and wine to valued retail and restaurant partners, ensuring each order arrives on time, in great condition, and with exceptional service. You will take pride in building relationships, solving challenges on the go, and upholding the quality and professionalism that makes Tryon one of the region's most trusted distributors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and load products for delivery using route manifests, ensuring the most efficient and timely delivery schedule.
• Gather and verify all required delivery paperwork before departure.
• Deliver products according to customer placement requirements, obtain necessary signatures, and complete all documentation accurately.
• Accept and process product returns ensuring proper documentation and placement in the designated return area upon return to the warehouse.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service by addressing and resolving delivery concerns as they arise, escalating unresolved issues to a supervisor when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the delivery vehicle and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and maneuver up to 175 lbs.
• Proficient in using mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices or similar technology
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment
• Working knowledge of safe work practices and vehicle safety standards
• Comfortable working in warehouse and delivery environments under various weather conditions
• Ability to drive extended routes and adapt to changing road or delivery conditions
• Capable of managing time efficiently and performing well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including early mornings and occasional weekends, as needed to meet delivery schedules

PREFERRED

• One year of experience in a service-oriented or customer-facing position
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience operating a box truck or similar delivery vehicle
• Familiarity with material-handling equipment such as hand trucks, dollies, and pallet jacks
• Prior experience in beverage, distribution, or logistics industries

Working Conditions

You will perform work in the following areas:

• Delivery vehicle: Operating company vehicles while on the route to customer locations across assigned territories.
• Customer locations: Making deliveries and interacting directly with customers at retail, restaurant, and other business sites.

Employees must be able to work in changing weather conditions and maintain a professional and courteous demeanor in all environments. The noise level in these areas is generally moderate.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to safely lift up to 20 lbs. continually (15+ loads per hour)
• Must be able to safely lift up to 30 lbs. frequently (10-15 loads per hour)
• Must be able to safely lift between 50 and 175 lbs. occasionally (1–10 loads per hour)
• Must be able to stand and walk frequently (3–5 hours per day) and drive continually (5–8 hours per day)
• Must be able to bend, twist, kneel, climb, squat, reach, stretch, and perform repetitive hand and foot motions occasionally throughout the workday (1–4 hours per day)

Why Join Tryon?

At Tryon, we take pride in our people as much as our portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a creative, collaborative company that's deeply rooted in North Carolina's alcohol beverage industry. You'll have the flexibility to manage your time while contributing to a variety of dynamic projects that support local and global brands.

Benefits as Good as Our Beverages

Tryon is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members. While our traditional benefits plan such as Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance provide quality coverage at affordable rates, our supplemental offerings are really where we pop. Tryon's Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) provides you with reimbursements on eligible expenses made through any 3 of our sponsored medical plans, alleviating the stress that can come with emergencies or other large healthcare expenses.

Additional Benefits & Perks

• FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSA accounts
• 401k Retirement Plan with annual matching
• Employer Paid Life, Long Term Disability, AD&D
• Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, and Accident insurance
• Legal and identity protection services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel assistance services
• Volunteer Time-Off
• Paid Time-Off
• 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Employee Purchase Program
• Education Incentive - Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Service Milestone Awards

At Tryon we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We are serious about our commitment to diversity and inclusion which is why Tryon prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Tuesday through Friday, approximately 10-hour shifts beginning at 5:00AM. Shift runs until route is completed. Overtime and some weekend work may be expected. Guaranteed Hours offered up to 40/week if a full week and shifts are worked.