CDL Driver

Alter Trading; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a reliable, safety-focused CDL Driver to join our operations. You will transport steel-sided trailers or roll-off containers between facilities and support yard activities as needed.

Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL, have 1–3 years of verified driving experience, be able to lift up to 50 lbs alone and 100+ lbs with help, and be comfortable operating yard equipment while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• 1–3 years of verifiable driving experience.
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs independently and 100+ lbs with assistance.
• 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 Class A

Driving experience

Equipment operation

Knowledge of ferrous vs non-ferrous

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 Madison, WI. 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.


• 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