DISTRIBUTING TENNESSEE'S
FAVORITE BEVERAGES

Determination, Excellence, and Tradition Since 1951

JOIN OUR TEAM

At DET Distributing, we employ more than 300 people at our Nashville and Jackson locations. We offer:

  • Weekly pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K matching
  • Paid life insurance and long-term disability
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • Opportunities for professional growth

 

It’s part of our mission to provide each team member with the training and support needed to grow—both professionally and personally. We want this to be a great place to work, and we believe it is. View current openings below and apply online!

OUR HISTORY

DET Distributing Company is one of Tennessee’s largest family-owned beverage distributors, selling and delivering over 200 brands of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic products to 24 counties in Tennessee. DET employs over 300 people at its Nashville headquarters and Jackson location.

Founded in 1951 by E.E. Dettwiller, Fred Dettwiller purchased the company from his father’s estate in 1973. Under his leadership DET Distributing Company continued to grow, purchasing several other distributorships over the years.

Fred’s vision and strategic planning positioned the company for continued success for many years to come. With an unrelenting commitment to professionalism, service, and excellence, DET has been serving Tennessee for over 70 years.

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

We are seeking a Class A Delivery Driver to manage local delivery routes in Nashville and surrounding areas. Delivery drivers must bring products from trucks into retail customer businesses.

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $52,000.00 -$95,000.00 per year
  • Location: Multiple locations

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Have a valid Class A Tennessee Driver’s License
  • Have a CDL A license
  • Have a valid DOT Medical Card
  • Have a clean motor vehicle record
  • Pass a background check, drug screen and physical
  • Be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.

BENEFITS
  • 5-day work week from Monday to Friday, with evenings off
  • Weekly pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • $50,000 life insurance policy
  • Long term disability
  • Paid time off after 90 days
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • Matching 401k program

SCHEDULE

Monday to Friday with evenings off—home daily

EXPERIENCE

We prefer that all applicants have at least one year of driving experience. A CDL A license is required.

We are looking for delivery drivers to run local routes in Nashville and surrounding areas. This job also requires drivers to transport products from trucks into the retail customer businesses.

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $17.00 -$26.44 per hour
  • Location: Multiple Locations

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License with an F endorsement
  • Have a clean motor vehicle record
  • Pass a background check, drug screen and physical
  • Be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.

BENEFITS
  • 5-day work week from Monday to Friday, with evenings off
  • CDL Training
  • Weekly pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • $50,000 life insurance policy
  • Long term disability
  • Paid time off after 90 days
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • Matching 401k program

We are looking for order pickers to work the second shift at our Nashville warehouse. Order pickers select products and load onto our trucks for delivery.

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $17.00 -$23.75 per hour
  • Location: Nashville

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening
  • Be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Be able to operate a motorized pallet jack
  • Have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License
  • Have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance
  • Work weekends and holidays

BENEFITS
  • Weekly pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • $50,000 life insurance policy
  • Long term disability
  • Paid time off
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • Matching 401k program

We are seeking product merchandisers to work with our retail customers to stock shelves, build displays, and organize products.

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $17.00 per hour plus car allowance
  • Location: Locations

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License
  • Have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance
  • Work weekends and holidays
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening

BENEFITS
  • Weekly pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • $50,000 life insurance policy
  • Long term disability
  • Paid time off
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • Matching 401k program
  • Weekly auto allowance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account

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OUR MISSION

  • We identify and understand the unique needs of each customer and go beyond the expected in meeting those needs.
  • We provide each team member with the training and support needed to grow professionally and personally.
  • We adhere to the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior towards customers, team members, suppliers, and the community.
  • We lead our industry by continually seeking and obtaining a competitive advantage based on quality products and services, generating increasingly higher sales and profits for the company.