About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives innovation in the beverage sector, delivering refreshment and convenience to millions daily. In Burnsville, Minnesota, PepsiCo powers local communities through reliable distribution networks and dynamic careers in logistics and supply chain. As a Local Delivery Driver - CDL A (Relief Route), you'll be at the heart of this operation, ensuring products reach convenience stores, gas stations, supermarkets, and drug stores efficiently.

Role Overview

The Local Delivery Driver - CDL A (Relief Route) position in Burnsville, MN, is a full-time role designed for versatile professionals who thrive in dynamic environments. As a relief driver, you'll fill in for regular drivers on vacation, illness, or other absences, with routes changing daily based on need. This labor-intensive role involves driving CDL vehicles across varying weather conditions, unloading cases (20-45 lbs), merchandising products, and interacting with store management. Starting at an estimated $84,000 annually, this position offers stability, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities within PepsiCo's vast network. Ideal for CDL holders seeking variety and impact in the food and beverage delivery sector.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties ensure seamless product flow from PepsiCo trucks to store shelves:

• Deliver products to scheduled customers on established or dynamic routes, completing all services by shift end.
• Merchandise accounts to local standards, including rotating stock, filling shelves, building displays, and setting up promotional materials like signs and banners.
• Unload delivery vehicles, transport products into stores using pallet jacks or hand trucks, and maintain vending equipment and coolers.
• Generate invoices, settle daily cash and charges, and foster positive relationships with store contacts.
• Adhere to DOT regulations, ensure regular attendance, and operate safely in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands

This role requires repeated lifting, pushing/pulling of 20-45 lb cases, reaching, squatting, and bending during deliveries and merchandising.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

• Be 21 years or older.
• Hold a valid U.S. CDL A license or CDL Permit with Non-Excepted Interstate Status (specific rules apply in certain CA locations, but MN follows standard interstate requirements).
• Pass required drug test, physical capabilities test, DOT physical, and DOT Road Test.
• Communicate effectively in English for customer interactions and safety.

Helpful experience includes operating CDL trucks (forward/backward driving, tight maneuvers), merchandising (shelf stocking, display building, product rotation), and equipment handling (pallet jacks, hand trucks).

EEO Commitment

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per Fair Chance Ordinances and providing accommodations for disabilities. All decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a robust benefits package to support your well-being and family:

• Healthcare insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, and reimbursement accounts.
• Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and parental leave (subject to eligibility).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support.
• Additional insurance: accident, group, legal, and life coverage.

These perks underscore PepsiCo's investment in employees driving the company's success.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, delivery roles are launchpads for advancement. Gain hands-on experience in logistics, customer service, and operations to move into senior driver positions, route supervisors, or supply chain management. PepsiCo's internal training programs, leadership development, and nationwide opportunities empower your professional journey. Many drivers advance within 1-2 years, leveraging skills in dynamic dispatch and merchandising.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Burnsville for a role that's more than driving—it's about building community connections and powering everyday moments of joy. Enjoy competitive pay (~$84K-$92K), variety in daily routes, state-of-the-art vehicles, and a supportive team culture. PepsiCo values reliability, safety, and innovation, offering stability in the thriving food and beverage industry. With comprehensive benefits and growth potential, this is your chance to drive your career forward with a global leader.

Role FAQs

Is experience required?

CDL A is required; merchandising or equipment experience is helpful but trainable.

What shifts are typical?

Relief routes vary daily; expect full shifts with regular, predictable attendance.

Are there physical tests?

Yes, including DOT physical, road test, and capabilities assessment for lifting.

Does PepsiCo hire with criminal backgrounds?

Yes, per Fair Chance laws and FCRA guidelines.

How do I apply?

Submit your application online; watch the Driver Job Preview Video for insights.