Job Details

Driver Helper

Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company that has proudly served Idaho and Montana for four generations.

Driver Helpers are responsible for assisting with local delivery activities within a defined territory.

Key responsibilities include:

• Help deliver product in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Unload product from trailer using a pallet jack and/or hand truck.
• Fill all cooler space, shelf space, and displays at the time of delivery.
• Rotate all product according to company standards.
• Pick up empty keg shells, damaged items, or mis-ordered product for credit.
• Communicate effectively with delivery drivers, sales representatives, and store personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred skills and abilities include:

• Valid driver's license and no major driving violations.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Must be able to navigate a hand truck full of product.
• Ability to utilize standard handheld computer input/output devices.

Physical demands and work environment include:

• Must be able to lift and move cases ranging from 2030 lbs. regularly and up to 160 lbs. to waist level.
• Tasks include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be able to operate a delivery vehicle safely in frequently varying weather conditions.

Benefits include:

• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching up to 7%
• Health insurance after 60 days
• Discounted beverage products