Route Relief Driver

Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer‑owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. CDI’s Consumer Products Group is the driving force behind the marketing and sales function for CDI’s butter, supported by a strong food service business, and two heritage retail brands:
Challenge and Danish Creamery. Proudly Californian, our butter is cultivated by the sun, and we believe that together we can spread that sunshine through every bite, every meal, and every shared moment. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy!

We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions. Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits; generous paid time off, sick days & holidays; retirement plans designed to secure your future. We also have a variety of programs focused on your personal well‑being and professional growth.

The Relief Driver is a member of the Food service team in the Consumer Products Group. Representing the Challenge and Danish Creamery Brands, the Relief Driver is also a Salesman for the Brand servicing a dedicated route for direct store delivery (DSD) with responsibilities for professional and timely selling and delivery of product.

The proper care and maintenance of your vehicle while adhering to strict compliance with the rules of the road regarding safety. This includes conducting pre‑trip inspections and reporting any safety or repair issues immediately.

Specific responsibilities with respect to the care of the vehicle include but are not limited to maintaining the proper levels of:

• Oil
• Lubrication
• Water
• Coolants
• Cleanliness of cab and box
• Fuel

Maintain proper skills and license necessary to operate a Challenge Dairy vehicle and always be on the alert for circumstances that are out of the ordinary and require sudden responses.

Our records indicate that most problems occur in the familiarization (first 90 days) state, be aware of the following:

• The Challenge truck is wider, longer and heavier than a normal automobile and therefore, will not accelerate or decelerate as rapidly as a car or small truck.
• When driving in restricted areas, be alert for any restrictions that might damage the refrigeration unit or mirrors that extend beyond the normal width of the truck.
• Delivering our products in their proper form, be alert for making sudden stops that could cause the load to shift, thereby damaging products or making the vehicle unsteady.
• Personal safety is most important, use proper lifting procedures and always be alert for any low‑hanging protrusions that can cause personal injury to the head, eyes, back, etc.
• Remember the defensive driving skills – they work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Distribute all products to all customers as directed by Challenge Dairy Products, Inc. Maintain proper inventory levels to ensure proper service of customers. Responsible for the security of and accountable for all products assigned to the Driver in a particular jurisdiction. Inventory of product is to be taken as required by Challenge Dairy Products, Inc.

• Strong customer service and sales skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Physical ability to lift and move products.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local routes and geography.
• Some experience in sales or customer service preferred.
• Ability to pass a DOT drug screening before hire and throughout employment.
• Propensity for researching appropriate routes with attention to traffic patterns to determine the best roads to take, with assistance from GPS as needed.
• General technological knowledge, such as being able to learn and use company devices to maintain accurate records of inventory and hours worked.
• Physical aptitude for…