CDL-A Truck Driver - Paid by the Load -1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

As a Truck Driver at Steel Technologies, you’ll operate a heavy-capacity commercial truck to transport freight between Steel Technologies’ locations, from suppliers and to customers. Our customers depend on timely and quality deliveries and exceptional customer service.

The regular hours for this position are Monday to Friday 5:00 am to 3:00 pm

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Operates a truck with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver steel products
• Performs required daily vehicle inspections and monthly checklist to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
• Maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned
• Secures cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers
• Inspects securement devices (chains, straps, tie-downs) for defects
• Inspects material placed on truck for defects after and after trips
• Maintains inspection paperwork and documentation relating to accidents or material defects
• Follows a pre-determined schedule of pickup and delivery

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Ability to operate a clutch pedal
• Ability to operate a tractor trailer for up to 10 consecutive hours
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with all D.O.T and FMCSR requirements as well as applicable state laws
• Class A CDL License and two years of driving experience, steel hauling preferred
• Ability to climb on and off the semi-trailer as needed
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.