Truck Driver Positions Available! Weekends Off!
Company: Dollar General
Location: Eagle Lake
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Details Company-Drivers are responsible for on time delivery of freight
between Dollar General Distribution Centers, stores, and vendors.
Responsible for hauling and unloading multi-stop freight to Dollar
General Stores and also returning freight (as required) and
rolltainers to the Distribution Center. Responsible for safely
operating the vehicle and transporting all freight, which includes
interstate and intrastate deliveries. DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Transport store-delivery freight as well as store returns and
backhauls over-the-road in a safe, efficient, and timely manner
adhering to all Dollar General policies and state and federal
regulations. 40% Available for routine overnight travel for extended periods of
time High school diploma or equivalent preferred
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Unload and reload freight and rolltainers at each delivery in a
safe and efficient manner. 30%
This includes:
Rolling rolltainers off the trailer onto a lift gate and placing
them into the backroom of the store;
Unloading individual boxes and/or totes as required and placing
them in the backroom of the store;
Reloading return rolltainers and product onto the trailer and
returning these items to the Distribution Center; and Safely
securing all freight and rolltainers at each stop before sealing
the trailer.
Provide professional customer service to all parties including
store teams, backhaul vendors, and distribution employees. 10%
Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records required
under state and federal laws and regulations. 10%
Ensure operation of the vehicle is in compliance with all state and
federal laws and regulations. 10%
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
Available to work any day of the week (Monday Sunday)
Ability to squat, crouch and reach as needed to handle freight
Ability to enter and exit the vehicles cab numerous times each
day
Ability to push and pull rolltainers weighing between 600 - 1,200
pounds
Ability to access and manually release fifth wheel lever and tandem
pins, which requires horizontal pulling with a force of 100 pounds
at a height of 44 inches and pulling with a force of 100 pounds at
a height of 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
Ability to work in severe weather conditionsboth heat and cold
May be exposed to extreme heat and cold, including dry van trailers
or refrigerator freezers and coolers for extended periods of
time
Qualifications
WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:
Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Six months previous tractor/trailer driving experience
Knowledge of all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT)
Regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
Meet all standards (medical, safety, etc.) required by the DOT,
including any drug/alcohol test
Keywords: Dollar General, Lakeland , Truck Driver Positions Available! Weekends Off!, Other , Eagle Lake, Florida
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