Truck Driver - Montgomery, Al

Dollar General • Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

The Truck Driver delivers freight between Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and vendors. The role involves hauling and unloading multi-stop freight for Dollar General stores, as well as transporting return freight when required and rolltainers to the Distribution Center. The driver safely operates a vehicle for interstate and intrastate deliveries, meeting delivery timelines and following Dollar General policies and applicable laws and regulations.

The role requires routine overnight travel for extended periods and work in severe hot and cold weather. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with one year of previous tractor/trailer driving experience. A valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to meet DOT medical and safety standards, including passing any required drug or alcohol test.
• Ability to squat, crouch, and reach as needed 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 lever and tandem pins, requiring horizontal pulling with a 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, adhering to Dollar General policies and state and federal regulations.
• Unload and reload freight and rolltainers at each delivery, including moving rolltainers via lift gate into store backrooms and placing individual boxes (toppers) on U-boats in the backroom.
• Reload return rolltainers, including cardboard, totes, and empties, and product onto the trailer for return to the Distribution Center or a consolidation point.
• At consolidation points, transfer rolltainers between trailers to create 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 required paperwork and maintain records under 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED