TRUCK DRIVER - WESTVILLE, IN
About The Position
The Truck Driver transports freight between Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and vendors, including interstate and intrastate deliveries. The role involves hauling and unloading multi-stop freight, handling return freight and rolltainers, and safely operating the vehicle in accordance with Dollar General policies and applicable state and federal regulations. The driver unloads and reloads freight and rolltainers at delivery locations, including moving rolltainers from the trailer via a lift gate into store backrooms and unloading boxes from rolltainers onto U-boats. Drivers also load return rolltainers and products for return to a Distribution Center or consolidation point, transfer rolltainers between trailers at consolidation points, and secure freight before sealing the trailer. The role includes providing professional customer service and completing required paperwork and records. Routine overnight travel is required for extended periods. The work may involve severe weather conditions, including heat and cold. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with one year of tractor/trailer driving experience and a valid Class A commercial driver's license.
Requirements
- Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
- Ability to meet DOT standards, including medical and safety requirements and drug/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.
Responsibilities
- Transport store-delivery freight, returns, and backhauls over the road safely, efficiently, and on time while following company policies and state and federal regulations.
- Unload and reload freight and rolltainers at delivery locations, including moving rolltainers through store lift gates and into backrooms and unloading topper boxes onto U-boats.
- Load return rolltainers and products onto the trailer and return them to a Distribution Center or consolidation point.
- Transfer rolltainers between trailers at consolidation points as needed.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
