TRUCK DRIVER - POTTSVILLE, PA

Dollar General • Pottsville, PA

8h

About The Position

The Truck Driver is responsible for on-time delivery of freight between Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and vendors. The role hauls and unloads multi-stop freight to Dollar General stores, handles return freight as required, and transports rolltainers to the Distribution Center. The driver safely operates the vehicle and transports freight for interstate and intrastate deliveries.

The position includes routine overnight travel for extended periods and work in severe weather conditions, both hot and cold.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to meet DOT medical and safety standards, including any required drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to squat, crouch, and reach to handle freight.
• Ability to enter and exit the vehicle cab numerous times each day.
• Ability to push and pull rolltainers weighing approximately 1,200 pounds.
• Ability to manually release fifth-wheel levers and tandem pins, requiring horizontal pulling force of 100 pounds at heights of 44 inches and 38 inches.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move freight weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to install and remove tire chains, hook and unhook trailers, and secure freight.
• One year of previous tractor/trailer driving experience.
• Valid Class A commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport store-delivery freight, returns, and backhauls over the road safely, efficiently, and on time while following Dollar General policies and state and federal regulations.
• Unload and reload freight and rolltainers at each delivery, including rolling rolltainers from the trailer onto a lift gate and into store backrooms; unloading topper boxes onto U-boats and placing them in backrooms; and reloading returns and products for transport to a Distribution Center or consolidation point.
• At consolidation points, transfer rolltainers between trailers to prepare an empty trailer for a vendor.
• Secure freight and rolltainers at each stop before sealing the trailer.
• Provide professional customer service to store teams, backhaul vendors, and distribution employees.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain records required by state and federal laws and regulations.
• Operate the vehicle in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED