TRUCK DRIVER- JACKSON, GA

Dollar General • Jackson, GA

6d

About The Position

The Truck Driver delivers freight on time between Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and vendors. The role involves hauling and unloading multi-stop freight for Dollar General stores, handling return freight as required, and transporting rolltainers to a Distribution Center. The driver safely operates a vehicle for interstate and intrastate deliveries.

The position requires routine overnight travel for extended periods and work in severe weather conditions, including heat and cold. 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-required medical and safety standards, including 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 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.
• Valid Class A commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• One year of previous tractor/trailer driving experience.

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 adhering to Dollar General policies and state and federal regulations.
• Unload and reload freight and rolltainers at each delivery, including moving rolltainers using a lift gate, placing them in store backrooms, unloading topper boxes onto U-boats, and handling return rolltainers and product.
• At consolidation points, back up to an available Dollar General trailer and 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 necessary paperwork and maintain records required 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
• Education Level: High school or GED