TRUCK DRIVER - MARION, IN

Dollar General • Marion, IN

10d

About The Position

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

The position includes over-the-road driving, unloading and reloading freight and rolltainers at delivery stops, securing freight, providing professional customer service, completing required paperwork, and complying with applicable Dollar General policies and state and federal regulations. Routine overnight travel for extended periods is required, and the work may involve severe hot and cold weather conditions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to meet DOT medical, safety, and other standards, including passing any required drug or alcohol test.
• 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 delivery stops. Roll rolltainers off the trailer using a lift gate and place them in store backrooms; unload topper boxes onto U-boats and place them in backrooms; reload return rolltainers and products for return to a Distribution Center or consolidation point; transfer rolltainers between trailers at consolidation points; and secure freight and rolltainers before sealing the trailer.
• Provide professional customer service to store teams, backhaul vendors, and distribution employees.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain records in accordance with 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