Truck Driver - Ardmore, Ok

Dollar General • Ardmore, OK

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About The Position

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

The position involves over-the-road driving, unloading and reloading freight and rolltainers at delivery stops, providing professional customer service, and completing required paperwork and records. Drivers must follow Dollar General policies and applicable state and federal regulations. The role requires routine overnight travel for extended periods and work in severe weather conditions, including heat and cold.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to meet DOT standards, including medical and safety requirements and any required drug/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 access and 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.
• 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 using a lift gate and placing them in store backrooms.
• Unload individual boxes (toppers) from rolltainers onto U-boats and place them in store backrooms.
• Reload return rolltainers, including cardboard, totes, and empties, and product onto the trailer for return to a Distribution Center or consolidation point.
• 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.
• Ensure vehicle operation complies with all state and federal laws and regulations.

What This Job Offers

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