CDL Driver

Sims Metal; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal is hiring a Class A truck driver in New York. The role involves operating tractors with trailers and coordinating transportation plans to support daily schedules.

You will be responsible for vehicle inspections, fueling, and accurate route execution while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. NY CDL required and 21+ years of age, with DOT physical and drug testing completed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NY Class A Driver License required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Minimum 3+ years tractor‑trailer or roll‑off experience preferred.
• Must have a clear NY motor vehicle report.
• Must communicate in English (oral and written).
• Must pass DOT physical and drug testing; knowledge of DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety plans.
• Review daily schedule to plan routes and verify supply needs.
• Ensure daily supplies are loaded and ready before departure.
• Communicate with the logistics department after each stop.
• Complete the daily drive route sheet.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections.
• Handle fueling and submit receipts to logistics.

Skills

English communication

DOT regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NY Class A Driver License

Job description

Job Summary

The Class A truck driver performs a variety of routine and complex transportation work in driving and coordinating transportation plans. Ability to operate tractors with trailers.

Major Job Responsibilities / Duties

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to the company's safety plan.
• Review the daily schedule to determine supply needs and accuracy of routing.
• Ensure daily supplies are on vehicle before leaving dock to proceed with daily schedule.
• Communicate with the logistics department at the end of each stop on the scheduled route.
• Complete the daily drive route sheet.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections.
• Perform vehicle fueling and turn in corresponding receipts to the logistics manager.

Pay Rate: $27.00/hr

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must possess a NY Class A Driver License.
• Position requires minimum 21 years of age.
• 3+ years (preferred) of tractor‑trailer (dump trailer, flatbed, van trailer) or roll‑off truck driving experience (straight job or articulated trailer).
• Must possess a current clear NY motor vehicle report.
• Must communicate in English (oral and written).
• Must pass DOT physical and drug testing requirements.
• Must understand Basic DOT Regulations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.