What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Driver, Tractor Trailer position at Hollywood Feed?
Truck Driver, Tractor Trailer
Hollywood Feed was established in the 1950s, in Memphis, TN, as a pet supply store with friendly and knowledgeable service. More than half a century later, our love for pets is who we are today. Our associates are family and the face of each location. We care about each other, our pets, and our customers. Come and experience the passion and drive that makes Hollywood Feed what it is today.
Job Summary
A Truck Driver at Hollywood Feed, plays a key role in the safe and timely transportation of pet products between our distribution centers and retail stores. This position involves operating company vehicles, following all DOT regulations, and maintaining a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, performing routine vehicle inspections, and delivering exceptional service during store interactions. A Hollywood Feed Truck Driver is reliable, professional, and detail-oriented, ensuring smooth and consistent support for our supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Job Summary
A Truck Driver at Hollywood Feed, plays a key role in the safe and timely transportation of pet products between our distribution centers and retail stores. This position involves operating company vehicles, following all DOT regulations, and maintaining a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, performing routine vehicle inspections, and delivering exceptional service during store interactions. A Hollywood Feed Truck Driver is reliable, professional, and detail-oriented, ensuring smooth and consistent support for our supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate company trucks for the transportation of products between distribution centers, retail stores, and other locations.
- Follow all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and maintain accurate driving records and logs.
- Load and unload cargo, ensuring that all products are handled with care to avoid damage.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Adhere to established delivery schedules and routes while ensuring on-time and accurate deliveries.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and other team members to report delays, issues, or other critical information.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the truck, both inside and out.
- Provide excellent customer service during all deliveries, serving as a representative of Hollywood Feed’s values and standards.
- Assist with warehouse and inventory duties as needed during downtime.
- Always ensure compliance with company policies and safety protocols.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of professional truck driving experience, preferably in retail or distribution environments.
- Clean driving record with no major violations in the last 3 years.
- Experience with both local and regional routes is a plus.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance standards.
- Ability to operate a manual or automatic transmission vehicle.
- Experience using electronic logging devices (ELDs) preferred.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to maintain open and respectful communication with supervisors and coworkers.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Physically able to maintain balance on ladders or raised surfaces.
- Physically able to sit and remain alert while driving for a period of up to 13 hours.
- Physically able to hook & unhook trailers from tractor, pushing, pulling and cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear on semi-trailers.
- Physically able to load and unload tractor trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical handling equipment.
- Physically able to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Physically able to enter and exit cab 8 to 10 times per day. Cab floor level is generally 36 to 66 inches above ground level, with entry and exit achieved via the assistance of various steps and handholds.
- Physically able to reach above shoulder level, waist level, and below waist level.
- Physically able to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, along with bending, kneeling, twisting, crouching, pulling, reaching, and other physical movements essential to daily tasks.
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, GED preferred.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
In addition to competitive wages and benefits, retail employees receive tips, and all employees enjoy generous discounts plus free pet food and supplements as Hollywood Feed team members.
The description above outlines the overall purpose and responsibilities of the job, but it does not include every possible duty, expectation, or task. This should not be considered a complete list of all responsibilities.
Hollywood Feed is an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.