Delivery Driver

Position Summary

The Delivery Driver will deliver kegs, cases of beer, brewery supplies, and internal mail to our brewpubs and various other accounts throughout San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles counties within his/her established route and/or schedule. The Delivery Driver will interact and build relationships with customers and the internal staff in order to effectively maintain business operations.

Essential Functions & Duties

• Delivers all company products in accordance with established procedures; adheres to designated routes and customer base.
• Loads and unloads company merchandise, beer and mail into the vans & trucks, in accordance with safety standards.
• Delivers and picks up kegs to and from customers in a timely and courteous manner while adhering to all applicable motor vehicle regulations.
• Handles all Karl Strauss property and equipment with care.
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned vehicle, as well as daily maintenance, including ensuring proper fuel, oil and fluid levels. Notifies Distribution Manager of any possible mechanical problems. Vehicle must be washed on a weekly basis.
• Maintains accurate records of daily deliveries and communicates any problems to the Distribution Manager.
• Completes assigned paperwork (driver log, transfer log, invoices) correctly and on time.
• Notifies Distribution Manager of any client or vehicle problems, including any accidents or motor vehicle citations.
• Maintains strong customer relationships with the entire customer base.
• Effectively and safely operates a forklift and hand truck to transport company products; follow all safety standards and practice personal safety measures at all times.
• Drives safely at all times, planning and using the most efficient driving route.
• Issues or obtains customer signature on receipts for pickups or deliveries.
• Informs customers of new products or services.
• Listens to and resolves delivery/pick-up service complaints or refers complaints to appropriate company personnel.

Who We Are

Karl Strauss Brewing Company is widely recognized as craft beer pioneers in the brewing industry. From our award-winning Core Lineup, artisanal Barrel Aged projects and Collaboration Series, down to our experimental and boundary pushing Small Batch Program, our beers cover every shade of the spectrum. World class quality control ensures that every drop of Karl Strauss beer leaves the brewery tasting the best it possibly can and our rigorous standards for transporting it across the state mean that it stays that way until it’s in a can, glass, or bottle on its way to your lips.

Our Main Brewery is located in Pacific Beach, California and we operate 8 Surfrider ocean-friendly certified brewpubs across Southern California, at locations spread between San Diego and Los Angeles. We also operate as a distributor, partnering with like-minded craft beverage producers to distribute across Southern California. We are environmental stewards and work to make conscious decisions that reduce our carbon footprint and give back to our environment. We are committed to sustainable operations and giving back to our communities.

Our company culture is vital to who we are, and we believe a strong culture starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in our values and expressed in the support and care of our teams. We look for authentic, collaborative, and diverse team members who align with our values and enjoy working towards our purpose: making people happy one Karl Strauss beer at a time.

Some of our people perks for full time team members are listed below:

• 401(k) & company match
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Employment Assistance Program (mental, financial, and legal assistance)
• Pet insurance
• TeleDoc
• Medical, dental & vision plans
• HSA & FSA
• Vacation time and wellness days
• Wellness Program
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Leadership training
• Professional development & coaching
• Beer of the month
• Beer, brewpub and merchandise discounts

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma or equivalent. No prior experience necessary.
• Strong communication skills are required for interaction with customers and management.
• Must maintain a valid California driver's license and be insurable to the Company's motor vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be able to perform fundamental math skills on a regular basis.
• Ability to follow directions, read maps, and ask for assistance when necessary.

Physical Demands:

Very heavy work: Employee typically shares workstations with others in similar positions. Time spent conducting sedentary work is less than 10%. Requires walking, standing, and/or driving for more than 90% of the workday. Lifting objects in excess of 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

• Requires the use and wear of personal protective equipment (PPE) including non-slip shoes with reinforced toes, safety glasses, hearing protection, and when driving, a hands-free headset device.
• Requires reading and understanding of all posted motor vehicle signage, regulations, and safety procedures.
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, frequent trips up and down stairs, pulling, pushing, and grasping.

• Karl Strauss participates in E-Verify. Click to view: Notice of E-Verify Participation or Right to Work Notice