What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief Route Sales Driver position at Maola Local Dairies?
SUMMARY: The Route Relief Driver for the Distribution Department in all branches, except Newport News, is
responsible for covering open positions/shifts within their assigned branch and the training of newly hired
associates. Open positions may include Route Sales Drivers and/or Shipping and Receiving Associates
who have scheduled or unscheduled time off and positions/shifts open due to resignation, termination
and/or newly created positions.
Must be 21 years old and have a Class A or Class B CDL
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
- Provides on-the-job training for all new Route Sales Drivers and Shipping and Receiving
- Associates in all aspects of the job.
- Sets an example for other team members by their appearance, punctuality, leadership and attitude
towards the company and customers. - Maintains a high level of familiarity with all routes, customers and warehouse protocols.
- Stays informed of all programs, policies and product changes regarding routes and
communications with staff. - Fulfills departmental requirements in providing work coverage and administrative notification
during periods of personal illness, vacation, or personal leave. - Assist in other areas as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.
- DOT Standard Regulations.
- Preferred 3-5 years route sales experience
- Must be available all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - May require lifting dairy products of 50lbs. max or 25 lbs. frequently. Frequently climbing up in and
stepping down from truck /tractor trailer. Requires reaching and handling dairy products to customers,
and office personnel; and listens to customers for daily orders and instructions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- May require delivery and selling of dairy products to customers, often in inclement weather, spending
over 50% of working time outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is typically low. May work
in an office setting some of time.
