DOT Compliance Driver Trainer

Who We Are: Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. Coke Florida sells, markets, manufactures and distributes over 600 products of The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies including Monster Beverage Corporation and BODYARMOR. In 2026, for the 5th year in a row, Coke Florida was named as a US Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. This program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance. What We Offer: Eligible full-time Coke Florida Associates can participate in our Total Rewards Program which includes: Total Wellness Programs including health, dental and vision plans 401K program with healthy company match Supplemental Life Insurance Three weeks of vacation pay, and 10 company paid holidays* Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Competitive compensation Coke Florida is looking for a DOT Compliance Driver Trainer based out of our Orlando location. We’re currently looking for Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. What You Will Do: This position is responsible for the development of Coke Florida Driver Merchandisers who need additional driving skill training to perform their jobs effectively and safely. The role is also responsible for preparing individuals to attain their CDL Class A for a Driver Merchandiser position. The role requires using effective teaching skills; it also requires understanding and adhering to state and Federal DOT regulations and Coke Florida Safety policies. This role is responsible for teaching both classroom theory and behind-the-wheel training curriculum. Roles and Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely records in compliance with FMCSA guidelines Prepare weekly reports of driving behavior Schedule and perform ride-a-long to observe and coach changes in driving behavior Attend driver graduation at truck driving school(s) Excellent facilitation skills (traditional and virtual) Provides coaching, teaching and feedback to new and current drivers Performs random gate checks and driver audits. Manages, coordinates, and implements vehicle accident prevention strategies Ability to communicate and work with all levels of an organization Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required For this role, you will need: Ability to frequently use electronic devices for day-to-day business (order confirmation, instant messaging, texting) Bending/Squatting: Frequently (lifting and placing product from the truck to the ground or from pallets to shelf Able to be certified on manual and powered pallet jacks (includes hand trucks) High School Diploma or GED preferred, and a minimum of 5-years work experience. Must be 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States Extensive knowledge of CDL, DOT regulations at state and federal levels Have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a clean driving record within MVR guidelines required. CDL license needs to cover both automatic and manual vehicles Local delivery experience preferred Prior experience with commercial driving required Ability to operate a manual or powered pallet jack Ability to work with limited supervision Ability to work a flexible schedule Travel required ~50% - varies by territory Physical Abilities: Ability to repetitively lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Ability to repetitively push and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance while kneeling; squatting; reaching above the head; reaching at the waist; reaching below the knees; and bending at the knees. Ability to repetitively push and pull manual transport equipment (for example, pallet jack, hand truck) conta…

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