CDL Driver

Alter Trading; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA with employer match

401K with employer match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Alter Trading Corporation is seeking a reliable CDL Driver for our Council Bluffs, IA operations. This role involves transporting steel-sided trailers or roll-off containers and supporting yard operations as needed.

Key duties include delivering within a designated area, moving loads betweenAlter facilities and customers, and operating yard equipment with safety protocols. CDL required, 1–3 years driving experience preferred, HS diploma optional.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• 1–3 years of verifiable driving experience.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs independently and 100+ lbs with assistance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of ferrous vs. non-ferrous materials is a plus.
• Equipment operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks to pick up and deliver containers within a designated area.
• Transport loads between Alter facilities and customer locations.
• Drive semi-trucks within the yard to move scrap materials.
• Operate yard equipment to load or relocate scrap (as needed).
• Wear required PPE and follow all safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

CDL

Driving experience

Lifting ability

Materials knowledge

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

About Alter Trading Corporation

Alter Trading Corporation is a 127-year-old, family-owned company with a strong reputation in the scrap metal recycling industry. With 70+ processing facilities across the Midwest, Rocky Mountain and Southern regions, we are a trusted leader in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and operational excellence sets us apart. At Alter, we value safety, integrity, and teamwork — and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to grow with us.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-focused CDL Driver to join our operations in Council Bluffs, IA. This role involves transporting steel-sided trailer or roll-off containers and assisting with yard operations as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate trucks to pick up and deliver containers within a designated area.
• Transport loads between Alter facilities and customer locations.
• Drive semi-trucks within the yard to move scrap materials.
• Operate yard equipment to load or relocate scrap (as needed).
• Wear required PPE and follow all safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• 1–3 years of verifiable driving experience.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs independently and 100+ lbs with assistance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of ferrous vs. non-ferrous materials is a plus.
• Equipment operation experience preferred.

Why Join Alter?

• Competitive pay and benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • HSA w/ employer match
  • 401K w/ employer match
  • PTO and paid holidays
• Supportive team environment