CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

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
• Some over-night (layovers) are expected
• 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

Paid Weekly:

• Top earners can make $90,000+
• The minimum weekly pay is $1,478 which requires you to check-in and check-out with your Supervisor daily for any additional work assignments before leaving.

Benefits:

• Home daily (90% of the time)
• 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

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 Hewitt, Texas service center, we're a close-knit, open-minded family making our location a fun place to work.

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

Qualifications:

Experience:

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

Licenses & Certifications:

• Medical Exam Certificate
• Comml Drivers License
• MVR

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