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Store Manager

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store Success Drivers: Drive for Results Uses data to set ... About Harbor Freight Tools We're a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy ...

Store Manager

South Boston, VA · On-site

$70K - $88K/yr

Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store Success Drivers: Drive for Results Uses data to set ... About Harbor Freight Tools We're a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy ...

Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store Success Drivers: Drive for Results Uses data to set priorities and translates goals into action plans. Consistently pushes self and others for results.

Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store Success Drivers: Drive for Results Uses data to set priorities and translates goals into action plans. Consistently pushes self and others for results.

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How much do harbor freight driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for harbor freight driver in Virginia is $23.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.30 and $29.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Harbor Freight driver?

To thrive as a Harbor Freight Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), a clean driving record, and experience in operating large freight vehicles. Familiarity with route navigation systems, vehicle inspection protocols, and electronic logging devices (ELDs) is typically required. Strong time management, communication, and problem-solving skills are significant assets for this role. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient delivery of goods and positive interactions with dispatchers, customers, and team members.

What is a Harbor Freight driver?

A Harbor Freight Driver is responsible for transporting goods and materials to Harbor Freight Tools stores, distribution centers, or other locations. They operate commercial vehicles, ensuring timely and safe deliveries while following all transportation regulations. Duties typically include loading and unloading freight, maintaining vehicle logs, and inspecting trucks for safety compliance. Strong attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) are essential for this role.

What does a Harbor Freight driver do?

A typical day for a Harbor Freight Driver involves conducting pre-trip vehicle inspections, safely transporting freight to and from harbor locations, and coordinating pickups or drop-offs with port staff and warehouse teams. Drivers are often responsible for ensuring all cargo is properly secured, adhering to delivery schedules, and maintaining accurate transportation logs. You may face challenges such as navigating congested port areas or adapting to changing weather and traffic conditions. Collaboration with logistics coordinators and warehouse staff is common, and excellent communication helps ensure a smooth workflow. This role offers valuable experience in the logistics sector and often serves as a stepping stone to more advanced transportation or supervisory positions.

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Store Manager

Harbor Freight Tools

Mechanicsville, VA • On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description


Our Store Managers lead teams to maximize the financial output of their stores through the optimization of talent, operational execution, and delivering a rewarding customer experience. Our Store Managers act with urgency and are driven to achieve results. They thrive on building high performance teams that execute with excellence.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $97,807.5 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for a quarterly bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 200 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.
Respectful schedules during operating hours of 6am - 10pm.
Profit Maximization
  • Drive sales to exceed financial goals
  • Manage payroll and control expenses
  • Foster a results-driven store environment
  • Successfully execute special events
Operational Execution
  • Prioritize workload
  • Validate execution of standard operating procedure
  • Ensure compliance to company policies
  • A subject matter expert in all operational processes
Talent Optimization
  • Acquire high quality talent
  • Training and developing
  • Performance management
  • Effectively staff and schedule
  • Create a team atmosphere
Customer Experience
  • Ensure a friendly environment
  • Ensure items are in-stock
  • Ensure items are priced right
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and organized store
Success Drivers:
Drive for Results
Uses data to set priorities and translates goals into action plans. Consistently pushes self and others for results. Manages internal and external communications.
Building High Performance Teams
Acquires and retains the right talent. Trains, coaches and provides feedback. Develops team for growth.
Problem Solving
Is solution oriented, sees problems as opportunities. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers. Keeps the goal in mind and is not easily deterred.
Managing and Measuring Work
Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions Sets clear and measurable objectives
Monitors process, progress and results and provides effective feedback.
Managerial Courage
Does not hold back what needs to be said and is not afraid to take action. Provides on-time, direct, complete, and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others.
Customer Focus
Acts with internal and external customers in mind. Understands and teaches how operational execution directly affects the customer experience. Establishes and maintains relationships with customers and associates through respectful and effective communication.
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Requirements
Experience
  • Minimum of two years of retail management experience

Education
  • Bachelor's/Associates Degree preferred or High School graduate/Equivalent
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to intermittently lift, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Requires standing and moving for an entire shift.
  • Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl and/or twist.
  • Ability to safely climb up and down a ladder.
  • Ability to become forklift certified and physically able to operate a forklift in accordance with IIPP.
Availability
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, holidays and weekends as necessary to meet the needs of the business.
  • Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • Some travel required.

About Harbor Freight Tools
We're a 45 year-old, $8 billion national tool retailer with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We have over 1,600 stores in 48 states across the country and are opening several new locations every week. We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right tool for the right job at the right price, always delivering quality and value.