About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative products that bring joy to consumers every day. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives the company's success in the beverage sector, focusing on sustainable growth, community impact, and employee development. As a Local Delivery Driver - CDL A (Relief Route) in Hampden, Maine, you'll be a vital part of our supply chain, ensuring our products reach convenience stores, gas stations, supermarkets, and drug stores efficiently and reliably.

Role Overview

The Local Delivery Driver - CDL A (Relief Route) position at PepsiCo in Hampden, Maine, is a full-time role designed for dynamic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. This relief driver role fills in for regular drivers on vacation, illness, or other absences, with routes changing daily based on need. You'll drive a CDL A vehicle, deliver products across various weather conditions, unload cases, stock shelves, build displays, and interact with store management. Home daily, this job offers a 4-day work week with guaranteed 2 consecutive days off, must-work Saturdays, and 40+ hours weekly. Starting pay is $30.65 per hour, with potential up to $32.75 per hour, translating to competitive annual earnings with weekly paychecks.

Why This Role Stands Out

This labor-intensive position requires physical stamina—lifting 20-45 lb cases repeatedly, bending, squatting, and reaching—but rewards you with immediate benefits, career advancement, and the satisfaction of powering local communities with PepsiCo's beloved products.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Local Delivery Driver, your day-to-day duties ensure seamless product distribution and merchandising excellence:

• Deliver products to scheduled customers, completing all routes by shift end, even in challenging weather.
• Execute promotions, rotate stock, and eliminate out-of-date products to maintain high store standards.
• Unload delivery vehicles, transport cases using pallet jacks or hand trucks, and stock shelves, coolers, and displays.
• Build small displays, set up promotional materials like signs and banners, and generate accurate invoices.
• Handle daily settlement of cash and charges while fostering positive relationships with store contacts.
• Comply with DOT regulations, ensuring safe vehicle operation and predictable attendance.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this PepsiCo driver role, candidates must meet these essential criteria:

• Be 21 years or older.
• Hold a valid U.S. CDL A license (or permit) with Non-Excepted Interstate Status; note specific California variations do not apply here.
• Pass required drug tests, physical capabilities tests, DOT physical, and DOT road test.
• Demonstrate ability to operate CDL trucks for forward/backward driving and tight maneuvers.
• Possess experience in merchandising (shelf stocking, display building, product rotation) and equipment like pallet jacks.
• Communicate effectively in English for customer interactions and documentation.

Helpful experience includes prior CDL driving, merchandising, and equipment operation. Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of driving history are required. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its drivers with industry-leading perks starting day one:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision coverage, and 401K options.
• Paid weekly with guaranteed 40+ hours.
• 10 paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick time.
• Home daily schedule: 4 days on, including Saturdays, with 2 consecutive days off.
• Safety-focused environment with ongoing training.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your future. This relief driver role is a launchpad for advancement into senior driving positions, route supervision, or logistics management. With structured training programs, mentorship, and performance-based promotions, many drivers progress within PBNA. Join a company where 20% of leadership roles are filled internally, and your hard work drives real career momentum.

Why Join Us

At PepsiCo in Hampden, Maine, you're not just delivering products—you're part of a global powerhouse committed to sustainability, diversity, and innovation. Enjoy equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Our EEO policies ensure a fair process; view our Pay Transparency Statement for details. Experience the pride of reliable daily home time, premium pay, and a supportive team culture that celebrates your contributions to local stores.

Role FAQs

Is a CDL A license required?

Yes, a valid U.S. CDL A with Non-Excepted Interstate Status is mandatory.

What is the work schedule?

Full-time 40+ hours, 4 days a week including Saturdays, with 2 guaranteed consecutive days off. Home daily.

Are benefits immediate?

Yes, health, dental, vision, and 401K start on day one, plus paid holidays and PTO.

Is heavy lifting involved?

Yes, repeated lifting of 20-45 lb cases, plus bending and reaching.

How do I apply?

Submit your application online—qualified candidates are contacted promptly for interviews.

This role offers stability, growth, and the chance to be on the front lines of PepsiCo's success. Apply now to drive your career forward!