CDL Route Sales Delivery Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Position: Route Sales Representative - CDL

Reporting Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay: $61,160 per year + customer tips, paid weekly

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 sign-on bonus

Sign-on bonus is paid according to Primo Brands terms and conditions. Eligibility applies only to new hires who have not been previously employed by the company, its affiliates, or its predecessors.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, starting between 6–7 am until route completion; occasional Saturdays may be required based on business needs.

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; employee discounts; parental leave; EAP; and additional voluntary benefits.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Safely operate a commercial vehicle, follow established safe work practices, and complete required DOT documentation daily

Follow safety policies, including prohibited electronic device use while driving, and report on-the-job incidents or changes in driving status

Provide courteous, professional service and maintain a professional appearance when interacting with customers and the public

Deliver correct products to the appropriate customer location on the scheduled service day and within the expected timeframe

Maintain accurate delivery records for all accounts, including cash and receipts

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and share actionable solutions with leadership

Support team goals by contributing to decisions and assisting team members as needed

Provide professional water dispenser cleaning services in accordance with established quality procedures

Follow Primo Brands pricing and promotion guidelines

Upsell additional products and services to existing customers and work toward monthly customer acquisition goals

Qualifications

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience

Ability to obtain and/or maintain a CDL Class B license with air brake endorsement, as required for applicable CDL positions

Primo Brands is a certified CDL provider and may assist with obtaining a Class B CDL where available

Service-oriented with strong face-to-face customer service and sales skills

Ability to work independently and efficiently in varying weather conditions

Ability to interact professionally with customers in a variety of settings

Ability to lift and carry an average of 250+ units per day, each weighing up to 45 lbs., using product handling tools as appropriate, with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to climb in and out of a commercial vehicle an average of 40–55 times per day

Ability to work an average of 45 hours per week or more, including variable start and end times

Ability to alternate sitting, standing, pushing, pulling and walking throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to obtain a DOT medical card for the purpose of working for Primo Brands

Must meet driving record requirements, including no more than one license in the past 3 years; no driving-related suspension, revocation or cancellation; no disqualifying offenses; no more than 2 moving violations; no reckless driving incidents; and no major driving offenses in the past 3 years, including DUI/DWI, refusal to test, leaving the scene, operating a commercial vehicle without a CDL or an at-fault fatal accident

Must be 21 years of age or older, as required by DOT regulations

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.