Columbia Distributing

Delivery Driver - CDL Class A - Union

Columbia Distributing  •  Kent, WA (Onsite)  •  26 days ago
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Job Description

CDL Delivery Drivers play a critical role in the day-to-day operations, while interacting with customers, Sales Representatives, and Merchandisers daily to meet the expectations of the business. They are responsible for delivering, unloading and checking in the product to customers each day. Our Drivers are the face of the Company and must provide top notch customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Unloading, loading, and checking-in products at customer accounts
  • Balancing invoices, verifying payments, and ensuring applicable paperwork is received
  • Work or rotate delivered product when necessary
  • Uphold sustainable relationships with customer accounts by providing outstanding consistent customer service
  • Adhere to and follow all Company policies, procedures and government regulations including all DOT & state liquor laws and regulations
  • Complete Driver assigned duties delivering Company's products in a safe, timely and professional manner
  • Inspects the vehicle pre- and post-trip to monitor the maintenance and safety of the vehicle
  • Work with all team members on a continual basis to support and evaluate company initiatives
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times
  • Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned

Key Competencies

  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to diffuse conflict

People Management

None

Work Environment

This job operates indoors and outdoors.

Physical Demands

  • Use of hand truck, pallet jack, and lift gate.
  • Lift/carry and push/pull 35 lbs. repetitively, moving kegs up to 165 lbs.
  • Repetitive bending /stoop/crouch/squat/use arms/wrists/hands/grasp
  • Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, days and hours of work vary and may include overtime. This position does not have any overnight or long-haul travel/hours.

Travel

Local travel only

Required Education and Experience

  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
  • Maintain valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and current certifications

Preferred Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Six (6) months previous CDL driving experience
  • Previous grocery or retail experience
  • Class A Manual Transmission
  • Previous grocery, direct-store-delivery (DSD) or retail experience

Compensation

  • Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance after 60 days of continuous employment Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan after 90 days of continuous employment.
  • Employees receive eight paid holidays and one personal day per year and are eligible for 1 week paid vacation following 1 year of continued employment.
  • Hired applicant may be eligible for [incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses.

Reports to: Delivery Supervisor
Classification: Non-exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets

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Columbia Distributing

About Columbia Distributing

Columbia Distributing is one of the nation’s finest beer, cider, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors since 1935. With our primary hubs are located in Kent, WA and Canby, OR, we distribute some of the best known brands in the beverage business. Today Columbia Distributing employs nearly 3,000 people and covers more than 135,000 square miles across Oregon and Washington.

We were named “2015 Beer Wholesaler of the Year” by the leading beverage business trends magazine Market Watch. Columbia Distributing has also been named the winner of Beverage Wholesaler Magazine’s "Best Workforce Development Award" for 2025.

Our success is based on the deep-rooted tradition of delivering quality products, timely service and a genuine concern for customers’ needs. This is achieved by providing ongoing, sustainable opportunities and growth for our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This national recognition is a powerful reflection of the effort we’re putting into developing our people, investing in leadership growth, and building a culture of continuous improvement. It’s also validation that what we’re doing internally is being noticed and celebrated across our industry.

For more information on Columbia Distributing and career opportunities, please visit www.coldist.com.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wilsonville, Oregon
Year Founded
1935
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