Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors
Role Based in Little Rock
Job Title: Beverage Distribution Route Driver (Flexible Hours in Little Rock) Hiring: Prime Beverage Distributors Location: Little Rock, AR
Compensation: $5k-$8k/Month (approx. $75/Hour) (Competitive PT Rate) Benefits: Flexible scheduling available. Excellent work-life balance in Little Rock.
Position Scope
Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible Little Rock environment.
- This Little Rock-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Prime Beverage Distributors team in Little Rock, AR is growing.
- Benefit from working in Little Rock, a key hub for the Beverage Distribution industry.
Dominate the Direct-Store-Delivery Network
Major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and local beer distributors) rely on a massive Direct-Store-Delivery (DSD) network to keep supermarket shelves stocked. As a Beverage Distribution Route Driver, you are the muscle and the face of the brand. You will pilot a commercial side-bay truck or tractor-trailer along a dedicated local route, dropping off massive pallets of liquids to grocery stores, gas stations, and convenience stores. This is a highly lucrative, intensely physical route driver role that combines commercial driving with heavy-duty merchandising.
DSD Route Operations
- Commercial Trucking: Safely navigate a massive commercial beverage truck through tight commercial parking lots, executing complex backing maneuvers into receiving docks.
- Aggressive Merchandising: This is a "touch-freight" role. You will utilize heavy-duty hand trucks to manually unload towering stacks of soda cases, water, or kegs. You will frequently stock the physical store coolers and build end-cap displays.
- Account Management: You will interact daily with store receiving managers, executing accurate invoicing, processing returns for damaged cans, and ensuring your brand commands the best shelf space.
- Inventory Rotation: Execute strict "first-in, first-out" product rotation on the shelves to ensure absolute freshness and quality control.
The Beverage Route Advantage
Beverage routing is famous for its high earning potential. Drivers are often paid via a lucrative component model (base pay + commission per case delivered). It is an incredible cardiovascular workout that pays you extremely well. All routes are strictly local, guaranteeing you sleep in your own bed every night.
Requirements
Must be 21+ years old. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) is required. You must have an absolutely pristine driving record. Elite, extreme physical strength is mandatory; you must be capable of repeatedly pushing and pulling hand trucks loaded with 300+ pounds of liquid freight all day long. A rigorous DOT physical and drug screen are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors position pay at Prime Beverage Distributors?
This role offers a pay range of $5,000 - $8,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Little Rock.
Where is this Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors job located?
This position is based in Little Rock, AR. Prime Beverage Distributors has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Little Rock.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Prime Beverage Distributors typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Little Rock position.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Prime Beverage Distributors delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Little Rock area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
What qualifications do I need for this Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors role?
Most Beverage Distribution Route Driver at Prime Beverage Distributors positions at Prime Beverage Distributors require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
