CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

As a CDL Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting goods using a flatbed truck, or tractor and flatbed trailer. This role involves loading, securing, and unloading cargo, as well as adhering to transportation regulations and ensuring the integrity of the transported items. CDL drivers play a crucial role in the logistics and supply chain by delivering a variety of goods, including oversized or unconventional loads.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safe operation of tractor/trailer
• Secure cargo using straps, chains and other securing devices to prevent shifting during transit
• Complete shipping and delivery paperwork accurately and on time
• Compliance with all regulations
• Report any accidents, incidents, or safety violations promptly
• Maintain communication with supervisor, sales and customers as required
• Equipment maintenance, required pre and post trip inspections
• Maintain all daily records, HOS, DVIR, proof of deliveries and fuel receipts

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Physically able to secure your loads with chains
• Physically able to protect your load with tarps
• Continuous communication with different departments and our transportation network
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, moderately stressful, constantly changing day-to-day work environment

Required Background, Competencies & Expertise:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements
• Valid Medical Card
• Excellent driving record
• Familiarity with relevant transportation regulations and safety standard
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift, carry and secure heavy and oversized loads
• Knowledge of securing different types of cargo, including oversized loads
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Accountability
• Safety
• Integrity and trust
• Responsibility

Preferred Background, Competencies & Expertise:

• 2 yrs of driving experience
• 1 yr of flatbed experience

Benefits:

• Home weekends
• Uniform shirts, boots, and personal protective equipment.
• Company covers about 80% of the cost of medical insurance for you and your family
• Company covers 100% of the cost for a life-insurance policy
• Company covers 100% of the cost for both short and long-term disability insurance policies
• Annual and quarterly profit sharing based on location and company performance.
• 401k retirement contribution matching 50% company match up to 6% of your annual wages
• Annual holiday bonus based on company performance
• Safety bonus for company store credits.
• Children of long-term employees can apply for company scholarships
• Paid personal time available for use as it accrues (max of one week per year)
• One week of paid vacation after 6 months
• Two weeks of paid vacation after one year
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Offered

What is Steel and Pipe Supply?

Steel and Pipe Supply buys steel and sells it to large customers that make products like farm equipment, powerline towers, storage tanks, frames for stadiums, and more. In addition to storing steel, some of our service centers process it cut, bend, decoil, etc. to make life easy for our customers. At the Kansas City Service Center, we're a close-knit, open-minded family with a competitive streak that makes our warehouse a fun place to work. If you're not sure whether Steel and Pipe Supply is right for you, feel free to stop by and ask for a job preview we'd be happy to show you around!

What is it like to work at Steel and Pipe Supply?

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA Minorities/Female/Disabilities/Veterans

Education:

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications:

MVR

Medical Exam Certificate

Comml Drivers License

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