Driver in Training - WICHITA

About the position

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC (“Heartland Coca-Cola”) is seeking a dedicated individual for the position of Driver in Training. This is a paid training opportunity designed to help candidates obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) through the Heartland CDL Training Program. The successful candidate will undergo comprehensive training that includes both classroom instruction and hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the program, candidates will be placed into a CDL Driver position within the company, allowing them to contribute to the distribution of high-quality Coca-Cola beverages across Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. The Driver in Training will participate in a structured training program that covers essential skills and knowledge required for safe and effective driving. This includes training on outlet-specific procedures, the use of driver handheld devices, customer service protocols, and safety regulations. The position requires a commitment to maintain employment with Heartland Coca-Cola for a minimum of two years following the completion of the training program. Additionally, trainees may be assigned other duties such as merchandising or assisting in distribution or warehouse operations when not actively participating in the training. Candidates must meet specific requirements to be eligible for the training program, including holding a valid driver's license and a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) prior to entry. The role demands a strong commitment to safety and customer service, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Heartland Coca-Cola values its employees and promotes a culture that prioritizes people, community, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities
• Attend driver training program at Heartland Coca-Cola.
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• Complete program satisfactorily within program guidelines and obtain CDL.
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• Complete company specific content training such as outlet specific training, driver handheld usage, customer service, and safety.
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• Maintain employment with Heartland Coca-Cola for a period of two years.
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• Perform other duties as assigned such as merchandising or assisting in distribution or warehouse when not actively participating in the driver training program.

Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED required.
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• Minimum of one year of work experience required.
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• Prior retail customer service experience preferred.
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• Prior merchandising or warehouse order builder experience preferred.
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• Meet admission guidelines for the Heartland Program.
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• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
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• Possess a valid driver's license, with a driving record within MVR guidelines.
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• Must have completed applicable knowledge testing and hold a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) prior to entering the Heartland Driver Training Program.
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• Satisfactorily complete all background checks upon conditional offer, including criminal record check, DOT drug and alcohol testing, DOT physical exam, and motor vehicle record check.
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• Prior experience using pallet jack preferred.
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• Ability to obtain PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certification upon hire is required.
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• Must be able to read, speak, and write the English language sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, and make entries on reports and records.

Nice-to-haves
• Prior experience using pallet jack preferred.

Benefits
• Paid training
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• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• 401(k)
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Paid time off
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• Vision insurance
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• Life insurance

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