What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Delivery Driver Trainee position at CHEROKEE DISTRIBUTING COMPANY INC?
Job Title: Route Delivery Driver Trainee
Location: Knoxville, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday–Friday | Start Time: 5:30 a.m. until route completion | 40–50 hours per week
Reports To: A.S.R. Manager
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IMPORTANT: Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Position Summary:
We are currently hiring a full-time Route Delivery Driver Trainee to support our delivery operations and prepare for advancement into an A.S.R. Driver role. This hands-on training position is ideal for individuals with strong communication skills, a professional demeanor, and a desire to grow within a well-established company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ride along with an A.S.R. Driver to deliver products to designated accounts
- Unload stock and assist in merchandising at customer locations
- Learn to operate handheld invoicing systems and reconcile delivery routes daily
- Maintain a professional and courteous manner with customers and staff
- Ensure a safe and clean driving record is upheld at all times
- Lift and move products weighing between 22–160 lbs.
Benefits & Perks:
- Pay Range as a Trainee: $19.50 to $23.00
- Upon promotion to your own dedicated route, your annual salary will increase to $70,000–$85,000
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Cherokee contributes 8% of your salary automatically—no employee match required. Company contributions are discretionary.
- Optional employee contributions are welcome
- Investment portfolio has a historical average return of 7%
Health Insurance:
- Provided through BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
- 95% of individual coverage premium paid by the company
- Bi-weekly employee-only premium: $18.50
Paid Time Off (PTO):
- 6 days prorated during your first year, depending on start date
- 15 PTO days after 1 year
- 20 PTO days after 3 years
- 25 PTO days after 10 years
- 30 PTO days after 25 years
- Paid Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Start your career path with a company that values its employees and invests in their future. Apply today!
Qualifications:- High School Diploma or GED required
- Must pass DOT physical and drug screening
- Prefer Class A or AP CDL license, not required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours and handle physical labor
Salary : $20 - $23