About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, PepsiCo operates in over 200 countries, employing more than 300,000 people globally. The company is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and delivering consumer-pleasing products while fostering positive impacts on the planet and communities. PepsiCo's North American division, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA), powers the delivery of refreshing beverages to stores, restaurants, and homes across the U.S. As a Local Delivery Driver at PepsiCo in Clackamas, Oregon, you'll be a vital part of this dynamic supply chain, ensuring products reach customers fresh and on time.

Role Overview

The Local Delivery Driver - CDL A position in Clackamas, Oregon, offers a hands-on opportunity to drive PepsiCo's success in the local market. This full-time role involves operating a delivery vehicle to service foodservice and retail customers, merchandising products to high standards, and building strong store relationships. With a disclosed pay rate of $33.16 per hour, equating to approximately $68,973 annually, this position provides stable income for skilled drivers. Drivers handle routes within the Clackamas area, focusing on efficient deliveries, stock rotation, and promotional setups. Ideal for CDL A holders seeking reliable local work with physical demands suited to active professionals.

Daily Impact

Each shift, you'll unload pallets, stock shelves, and interact with store personnel, contributing directly to PepsiCo's reputation for reliable service and product availability.

Key Responsibilities

As a Local Delivery Driver - CDL A, your core duties ensure seamless product flow from PepsiCo's distribution center to customer locations:

• Drive delivery vehicles safely to all customer types, including foodservice accounts, adhering to DOT regulations.
• Deliver products by the end of shift, servicing all scheduled customers efficiently.
• Merchandise accounts to local standards, including rotating stock, filling shelves, coolers, and vending equipment.
• Build small displays, set up promotional materials like pricing signs and banners.
• Generate invoices, manage daily cash and charge settlements.
• Foster positive working relationships with store management and receiving personnel for smooth load acceptance.

Physical Demands

The role requires lifting 20-45 pounds repeatedly, pushing/pulling 40-150 pounds occasionally, reaching, squatting, and bending during deliveries and merchandising.

Qualifications & Requirements

To qualify for this PepsiCo Local Delivery Driver role, candidates must meet these essential criteria:

• Be 21 years or older.
• Hold a valid U.S. CDL A with Non-Excepted Interstate Status (specific rules apply for California locations, but Oregon follows standard interstate requirements).
• Pass DOT drug test and DOT physical examination.
• Demonstrate experience operating CDL trucks, including forward/backward driving and tight maneuvers.
• Adhere to DOT regulations, such as maintaining medical cards and documentation.
• Possess merchandising skills: shelf stocking, display building, product rotation, and out-of-stock prevention.
• Operate equipment like pallet jacks, hand trucks, lift gates, and load securement tools.
• Communicate effectively in English with store contacts.

Helpful experience includes hauling loads with dock plates, load bars, and straps. Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of driving history are required. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its drivers with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits:

• Hourly pay of $33.16, with potential for overtime and performance incentives.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company matching.
• Paid time off, holidays, and vacation accrual.
• Employee discount programs on PepsiCo products.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, PepsiCo promotes diversity, inclusion, and accommodations for disabilities and protected veterans.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in driver careers, offering paths to senior driver roles, fleet supervision, route sales, and logistics management. Many start as delivery drivers and advance to operations leadership. Ongoing training in safety, merchandising, and leadership builds skills for long-term success. Join a company where 20% of management roles are filled internally, providing real upward mobility in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo in Clackamas for local routes minimizing overnights, a supportive team environment, and brand prestige. Contribute to a sustainable future through PepsiCo Positive initiatives. Enjoy Oregon's vibrant community while securing financial stability and professional pride. PepsiCo's commitment to EEO ensures fair consideration regardless of race, gender, orientation, or background.

Role FAQs

Is experience required?

Helpful but not mandatory; CDL A and DOT compliance are key.

What shifts are typical?

Full-time, often early mornings to complete routes by shift end.

Are overnight trips needed?

No, this is local delivery focused on Clackamas-area accounts.

How does PepsiCo support safety?

Rigorous DOT training, vehicle maintenance, and compliance programs.

What about background checks?

Standard for field roles; fair chance policies apply.

Apply today to drive your career forward with PepsiCo!