Freight Delivery Driver

Dollar General is hiring for Freight Delivery Driver

Company Overview

For more than eight decades, Dollar General Corporation has been dedicated to providing customers with cost-effective shopping options. Offering a wide array of everyday necessities, the company's thousands of outlets cater to diverse consumer needs. Emphasizing the ethos of Serving Others, Dollar General actively cultivates a varied and welcoming workplace atmosphere. Alongside retail locations, the corporation maintains distribution hubs, a store assistance center, and a dedicated transportation fleet. Those seeking employment opportunities are encouraged to engage with a company that prioritizes both its staff and clientele.

Job Summary

The duty of a Freight Delivery Driver involves ensuring prompt delivery of goods from Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and suppliers. This position mandates the safe operation of a tractor-trailer, accurate loading and unloading of cargo, and delivering top-notch customer service. Compliance with state and federal laws is essential for drivers as they prioritize safety and effectiveness while driving.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties:

• Transport merchandise between locations, handle return shipments, and manage reverse logistics following all safety protocols, operational efficiency, and on-time delivery, in compliance with company guidelines and government rules.
• Unload and reload cargo and rolltainers at every retail outlet.
• Ensure that all cargo and rolltainers are properly secured before closing the trailer.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is filled out and keep precise files up to date.
• Deliver top-quality customer service to store teams, vendors, and distribution center staff.
• Adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Conduct inspections on designated vehicles before and after trips.

Physical Requirements:

• Capability to maneuver and transport rolltainers with weights ranging from 600 to 1,200 lbs.
• Regularly bending, stooping, and extending to manage cargo.
• - Capable of lifting and transporting cargo weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operating the levers of the fifth wheel manually, adjusting the tandem pins, and ensuring proper connection with the trailer.
• Capability to operate in challenging weather situations such as high temperatures, low temperatures, and chilled settings.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Completion of high school or equivalent education is preferred for this position.
• Possessing an official Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• At least half a year of prior experience operating tractor-trailer vehicles is required.
• Understanding DOT regulations and FMCSA safety standards is essential.
• Compliance with all regulations established by the Department of Transportation pertaining to medical evaluations, safety protocols, and drug or alcohol screenings is mandatory.

Skills & Abilities:

• Capacity to accommodate a variable timetable, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
• Proficient in overnight journeys and prolonged absences from residence.
• Emphasizing safety protocols and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient communication and customer service abilities are crucial for success in interacting with clients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Insurance coverage for health, dental, and vision needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) refers to compensated leave granted by employers to their employees.
• Attendance Bonuses.
• Competitive compensation including payment for mileage and stops.

Dollar General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.