Job Description

Step Into the Driver’s Seat: A Day in the Life

Join Superior Beverage Group, a family-owned distributor serving Northeastern and Central Ohio since 1922. As a CDL‑A Route Driver, you’ll be the trusted face delivering beer, wine, and non‑alcoholic favorites to local retail accounts—safely, accurately, and on time.

Morning Kickoff

• Clock in for a Monday–Friday, first‑shift start and review your scheduled route.
• Complete thorough pre‑trip inspections and confirm manifests, invoices, and sequence.
• Load using material‑handling tools (including an electric pallet jack) and secure product.

On the Road

• Navigate with GPS and route maps to each stop on your established local route—home every evening.
• Deliver and merchandise product: rotate stock for freshness and presentation, and verify order accuracy.
• Provide outstanding customer service; calculate totals precisely and collect payments where required.
• Handle product safely and efficiently: cases around 35–40 lbs and kegs up to approximately 170 lbs (with dollies/handling equipment).
• Adapt to the elements—rain, snow, heat, or cold—while staying safe and on schedule.

Wrap-Up

• Return to our clean, organized facility for driver check‑in and end‑of‑day paperwork.
• Complete post‑trip inspections and logs; prepare for a smooth start tomorrow.

Compensation, Schedule, and Perks

• Pay: Starting at $24.00/hr and up plus a $1,000 sign‑on bonus .
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, first shift; weekends off.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid vacation, personal time, and paid holidays.
• Wellness & Perks: On‑site fitness center with showers, employee assistance programs, company events, and recognition—like “Cheers for Peers.”
• Environment: Gloves and safety gear provided; temperature‑controlled areas for loading, check‑in, and breaks.
• Growth: Clear paths into sales, operations, administration, or leadership.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Safe operation of company vehicles for local deliveries of beer, wine, and non‑alcoholic beverages.
• Completing assigned routes within scheduled windows.
• Professional interactions with retail partners at each stop.
• Product rotation and merchandising for freshness and display standards.
• Accurate cash/charge handling and paperwork completion at check‑in.
• Pre‑/post‑trip inspections, driver logs, and DOT documentation.

What Makes You a Match

• Valid CDL Class A with a clean driving record and current DOT Medical Card.
• Physically ready to lift/maneuver cases (~35–40 lbs) and kegs (up to ~170 lbs) using dollies and proper technique.
• Strong math skills for precise payment collection and reconciliation.
• Comfort operating forklifts and equipment dollies; electric pallet jack familiarity a plus.
• Reliable, safety‑minded, and comfortable working outdoors in all weather.

Tools & Tech

• Electric Pallet Jack
• Standard material‑handling equipment (dollies, etc.)
• GPS and route mapping

Why Drivers Choose Superior

• Safety‑first culture with well‑maintained equipment.
• Clean, organized warehouses and fleet for smooth start‑and‑finish days.
• Respectful, team‑oriented environment where reliability and professionalism are recognized.

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