Ben E. Keith Co.
NON DOT - Delivery Driver Trainee - Wichita, KS
Ben E. Keith Co., Wichita, Kansas, United States, 67232
NON DOT - Delivery Driver Trainee - Wichita, KS
Wichita, KS, USA
Job Description Posted Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:00 AM | Expires Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:59 AM
For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.
Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi‑state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
This position is designed to develop individuals who want to become DOT drivers but do not have the required license or tractor/trailer experience.
A primary requirement of this program is that the individual must obtain a CDL–Permit within two weeks of entering into the program. Upon successful completion of the driver training program, the trainee will be promoted to a DOT Route Service Associate.
Responsibilities
Learn to be proficient in performing delivery duties while maintaining a good safety record.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency while delivering product along assigned routes with multiple stops of varying difficulty.
Read customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
Use electronic equipment such as Xata on‑board computer and handheld scanners.
Adhere to the rules governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
Conduct safety inspection of the vehicle in compliance with DOT and FMCSR guidelines, checking fluid levels daily (gas, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes) to ensure vehicles are safe and working.
Report all mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
Maintain Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and Driver Hours of Service Logs in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Regulations.
Report delays, accidents, or other transportation situations to transportation management.
Become proficient with Smith Systems Defensive Driver Training.
Job Qualifications
Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing good customer service, including needs assessment and meeting quality standards for services.
Good communication skills.
Well organized and able to multi‑task assignments.
Willingness to learn new processes.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Good mathematical skills.
Proficient with a personal computer.
High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree).
Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras that leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, and improve driver‑safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.
Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family‑owned business with a long‑standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to employees and their families.
Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and holidays
Employee Credit Union
We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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Job Description Posted Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:00 AM | Expires Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:59 AM
For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.
Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi‑state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
This position is designed to develop individuals who want to become DOT drivers but do not have the required license or tractor/trailer experience.
A primary requirement of this program is that the individual must obtain a CDL–Permit within two weeks of entering into the program. Upon successful completion of the driver training program, the trainee will be promoted to a DOT Route Service Associate.
Responsibilities
Learn to be proficient in performing delivery duties while maintaining a good safety record.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency while delivering product along assigned routes with multiple stops of varying difficulty.
Read customer invoices to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, and delivered.
Use electronic equipment such as Xata on‑board computer and handheld scanners.
Adhere to the rules governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
Conduct safety inspection of the vehicle in compliance with DOT and FMCSR guidelines, checking fluid levels daily (gas, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes) to ensure vehicles are safe and working.
Report all mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
Maintain Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and Driver Hours of Service Logs in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Regulations.
Report delays, accidents, or other transportation situations to transportation management.
Become proficient with Smith Systems Defensive Driver Training.
Job Qualifications
Commitment to Ben E. Keith company principles and standards.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing good customer service, including needs assessment and meeting quality standards for services.
Good communication skills.
Well organized and able to multi‑task assignments.
Willingness to learn new processes.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Good mathematical skills.
Proficient with a personal computer.
High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree).
Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras that leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events, and improve driver‑safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.
Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family‑owned business with a long‑standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to employees and their families.
Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and holidays
Employee Credit Union
We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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