Wholesale Driver

To be a team member of the Driven by Dobbs family, you must be dedicated to supporting the company’s mission, vision, and values. 

OUR MISSION: To be the leader in the automotive tire and service aftermarket industry in every market that we operate in providing premier service to our guests. 

POSITION TITLE: Wholesale Driver 

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt 

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

Driven by Dobbs, our family of brands brings together Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers—founded in 1976 in South St. Louis, MO as a family-owned complete auto care provider—and Conrad’s Tire Express & Total Car Care, founded in 1969 in Cleveland, OH. Together, we have grown into a rapidly expanding, multi-market automotive service organization that will operate across eight states in 2026, with continued growth on the horizon. Across all locations, customers can expect a full selection of quality tire brands and comprehensive automotive services, ranging from routine maintenance to advanced diagnostics and engine repair. Our investment in training, development, safety, and overall team wellbeing empowers our people to deliver exceptional service every day. Rooted in a culture that extends beyond the shop, we proudly support local organizations and charities in the communities where our teams live and work. 

The Wholesale Driver safely operates a company truck to deliver and replenish parts and tires to internal locations, warehouses, and customers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries along assigned routes. This role is responsible for loading and unloading orders, verifying delivery contents, completing required paperwork, performing routine vehicle inspections, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness and safety standards. When not driving, the Distribution Driver supports warehouse operations and facility upkeep while demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to company policies. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Safely and efficiently deliver parts, tires, and other automotive products to wholesale customers, vendors, and partner locations.
• Pickup parts, returns, and cores from customers or suppliers as directed.
• Verify accuracy of orders before delivery and ensure all items are properly documented and accounted for.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries by maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles while ensuring products are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections, reporting any maintenance needs or safety concerns to management.
• Maintain delivery logs, receipts, and other documentation accurately and on time.
• Assist with organizing, stocking, and maintaining inventory in the parts department or warehouse as needed.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety policies, and company procedures at all times.
• Support the service and parts teams with additional tasks or errands as requested to ensure efficient shop operations.

SUCCESS FACTORS:  

• A strong belief in safety-Being Safe100% of the time is the expectation
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to results 
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to a ccomplish department goals
• Strong critical thinker with a high level of attention to detail 
• Highly-customer centric and master relationship builder
• Maintains a professional, can-do approach even in physically demanding or fast-paced situations.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness, safety standards, and accurate delivery documentation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

• Fast-paced automotive service environment.
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures due to the nature of the work and shop conditions.
• Regular contact with automotive chemicals, including solvents, lubricants, and fluids used in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Extended periods of standing, bending, and lifting tires or equipment.
• Requires adherence to all safety procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).