CDL A Flatbed Driver (Local) - $3000 Sign-On

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Driver Safety Bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

HSA

Wellness Stipend

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Adoption assistance

Adoption & Fertility support

Referral program

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a CDL Class A driver responsible for safe, efficient transportation of steel service center products as directed by the Traffic Manager. This is a local position with home nights.

Responsibilities include maintaining CDL compliance, adhering to regulations, proper loading, securing loads, vehicle inspection, and ensuring on-time delivery while providing professional service to customers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class A license with proper endorsements.
• Minimum 6 months verifiable Class A driving experience.

Responsibilities

• CDL Compliance: Meet and maintain all requirements related to holding a CDL within established time limits.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Load Management: Ensure proper loading and weight distribution prior to transport.
• Load Security: Secure each load to prevent shifting or damage during transport.
• Product Protection: Protect products from damage during transportation.
• Fleet Maintenance: Inspect fleet equipment and ensure good working order.
• Technology Utilization: Support use of new tech in trucks.
• Professionalism: Maintain professional demeanor with customers and officials.
• Safe Driving: Practice safe driving at all times.
• Unloading Preparation: Prepare materials for unloading and supervise unloading.
• Incident Reporting: Report problems to Traffic Manager and authorities.
• Additional Duties: Perform related duties as assigned.
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Attention to Detail: Be detail-oriented with accuracy.

Skills

CDL Class A

Regulatory compliance

Load securing

Weight distribution

Vehicle inspections

Safe driving

DOT requirements

Endorsements

Reliability

Professionalism

Customer communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category : Driver

Requisition Number : CDLAF004940

• Posted : September 25, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

New Orleans, LA 70117, USA

Description

Job Summary

This position is accountable for the safe, effective and efficient transportation of steel service center products and goods as directed by the Traffic Manager.

• This position is local only, allowing you to be home at night!

Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• CDL Compliance: Meet and maintain all requirements related to holding a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within established time limits
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all State and Federal Highway Rules and Regulations
• Load Management: Ensure proper loading and placement of product, including weight distribution, prior to transport
• Load Security: Secure each load effectively to prevent shifting or damage during transport
• Product Protection: Protect products from damage, including weather conditions, during transportation
• Fleet Maintenance: Inspect fleet equipment to ensure it is in good working order and kept clean during use
• Technology Utilization: Support the use of new technology and innovative equipment installed in trucks
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional, polite, and efficient demeanor with customers, co-workers, supervisors, customs officials, law officers, and the general public
• Safe Driving: Employ safe driving practices at all times
• Unloading Preparation: Prepare materials for unloading at the destination and supervise the unloading process
• Incident Reporting: Immediately report any problems or accidents to the Traffic Manager and appropriate Law Enforcement Officials
• Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Age Requirement: At least 21 years old
• CDL: Must have a CDL with proper endorsements
• Driving Record: Safe driving record required
• DOT Requirements: Must pass DOT physical exam and drug test; subject to random drug and alcohol testing
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months verifiable experience driving Class A vehicles. Drivers with 6 months but less than 2 years of experience will need to complete the “Gearing Up” program before driving alone

Program ‘Gearing Up’:

• Competency Test: Complete and pass 20 JJ Keller online classes
• Ride-Along: Participate in a 1-week ride-along with a rotation of current drivers and delivery routes, including a low-speed driving skills examination on company property
• Field Training: Complete a 30-day field training program driving with an experienced driver, covering city, rural, and interstate routes. A third-party firm may be used for training at local management's discretion
• Check Rides: Pass two check rides (one with a supervisor) covering ELD operation, pre-trip inspections (DVIR), cargo securement, turning and backing, and driving in various conditions
• Probationary Period: Upon successful completion of check rides, the driver will enter a 3-month probationary period before normal driving operations
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Driver Safety Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

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