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Reyes Beverage Group

$80K - $85K/yr

... A Driver entails the safe and professional operation of a commercial motor vehicle, company ... This role will securely operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and/or Material Handling Equipment ...

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A Pit Driver operates vehicles or equipment in mining, construction, or industrial sites, primarily transporting materials within a designated area. They ensure safe and efficient movement of loads while following site regulations and safety procedures. Pit Drivers often work in environments like open-pit mines, warehouses, or racetracks, depending on the industry. Strong driving skills, situational awareness, and adherence to safety protocols are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Pit Driver job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,591 per year, or $37.3 per hour.

Local CDL-A Truck Driver - $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Reyes Beverage Group

Homewood, CA • On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Reyes Beverage Group rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

156th of 427 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Job Description
Golden Brands is Now Hiring Local CDL-A Drivers in Truckee, CAHome Daily Route - Excellent BenefitsEarn $80,000 - $85,000 Annually After Training Period


Come join the largest beer distributor in the United States and be a part of our Performance Promise, where we live out our company’s purpose of connecting customers, consumers, and brands every day, everywhere we operate. We deliver over 325 million cases annually to over 115,000 retail accounts across the nation.


Benefits:
  • Home daily with local routes throughout the Truckee/Tahoe area
  • Start at $32.00 per hour during training, then component pay
  • Average $80,000 - $85,000 annually after training
  • Shift: 4/10 schedule, Tuesday-Friday, 3:30 AM-5:30 AM start time
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision + more
  • 401(k) with employer match

(*Must have 1 year of driving experience to qualify)


About Golden Brands:

Golden Brands joined Reyes Beverage Group in 2019 and operates from 11 facilities in Northern California. From the coastal cliffs of Mendocino to the Sierra Nevada mountains to the high-tech hub of Silicon Valley, we proudly sell and distribute over 50 million cases annually to over 18,530 customers in Northern California.


Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited to:
  • The primary duty of the CDL Class A Driver entails the safe and professional operation of a commercial motor vehicle, company equipment, and the courteous delivery of products to our valued customers
  • The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for unloading and delivering products to our local customers and is responsible for pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment and vehicle
  • This role will securely operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and/or Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as an electric pallet jack and/or hand truck
  • Other duties as assigned


Required Skills and Experience:
  • Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • 1+ years of Class A commercial driving experience or equivalent driving experience in the military
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Must be able to lift products from 25 lbs to 50 lbs on a regular basis and up to 170 lbs


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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug-Free Workplace.

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