CDL Class A Driver Trainee - Wichita, KS
Location:, Wichita, Kansas
FOKWI_778000 Truck Drivers
Date Posted: 09/27/2026
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.
Location: Wichita, KS
Position Summary
The Class A Delivery Driver Trainee participates in a structured training program designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to become a successful DOT Driver with Ben E. Keith Foods. Under the guidance of experienced trainers and transportation leadership, the Driver Trainee learns safe driving practices, delivery operations, customer service standards, and regulatory compliance while supporting the timely and accurate delivery of products to customer locations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Safely deliver products to customer locations along assigned routes while maintaining scheduled delivery windows and providing exceptional customer service.
- Read and interpret invoices, delivery manifests, and route documentation to accurately assemble, verify, transport, and deliver customer orders.
- Load, unload, and handle products in a manner that ensures delivery accuracy and prevents product damage.
- Operate commercial vehicles safely and in compliance with all DOT regulations, traffic laws, company policies, and transportation procedures.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, monitor vehicle condition, and promptly report maintenance needs, mechanical issues, accidents, delays, or other transportation-related concerns.
- Maintain accurate records and required documentation, including vehicle logs, delivery paperwork, cargo records, and billing statements.
- Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management to support efficient delivery operations and customer satisfaction.
- Participate in all required driver training and safety programs while developing the skills necessary for advancement to a DOT Driver position.
- Demonstrate a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and the values and standards of Ben E. Keith Foods.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- One (1) year of related driving, delivery, warehouse, transportation, or customer service experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, operating instructions, policies, procedures, and route documentation.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Competencies
- Safety-focused mindset.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependable and self-motivated.
- Professional demeanor and commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and route conditions.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to repeatedly lift, carry, push, and pull products weighing up to 50 pounds or more with assistance when necessary.
- Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, walk, and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to work in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Safety Commitment
Safety is a core value at Ben E. Keith. To support our commitment to safe driving and protect our employees, company vehicles are equipped with AI-enabled dash cameras that help recognize safe driving behaviors, identify safety events, and provide coaching opportunities to improve driver performance. Video recordings may also assist in exonerating drivers involved in accidents. All drivers are required to review and sign a Driver Consent Form upon hire acknowledging their understanding of the program.
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 our employees and their families.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- 401K with matching contribution
- 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 do all we can 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 do all we can to use those strengths 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