CDL Driver

Alter Trading; Ogallala (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading is seeking a local CDL truck driver to perform metal pickups and yard work in Ogallala, NE. You will run local routes, load and transport materials, and assist in the yard when no runs are scheduled.

The role requires a valid CDL A, at least 1 year of commercial driving experience, and the ability to operate manual transmissions. You must pass MVR safety checks and follow PPE and safety meeting requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A required.
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to operate manual transmissions.
• MVR must pass safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates a truck to pick up metal within the specified area.
• Waits to be loaded by Alter or customer and drives loads to destination.
• Secure the load based on truck or box type.
• Adheres to company safety standards, PPE, and safety meetings.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
• Communicates with dispatcher regarding delays, unsafe routes, accidents, or breakdowns.
• Other duties as assigned.
• First shift: Monday–Friday; Saturdays as needed.
• Local driving, short haul exempt; home daily.

Skills

CDL A license

Manual transmission driving

Safe driving

MVR checks

Job description

The Role:
Our drivers are crucial to the recycling process. They typically conduct local runs a day, visiting our customer accounts to bring recycled materials into our yard to be processed. The Ogallala position will also help in the yard when no runs are needed.

Brief Summary:

• Operates a truck picking up metal within specified area.
• Wait to be loaded by either Alter or customer and drive loads to customer or Alter.
• Secure the load based on type of truck or box.
• Follow company safety standards at all times, including PPE and attending monthly safety meetings.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections to insure motor vehicle is in safe operating condition
• Communicate with dispatcher concerning delays, unsafe routes, accidents, equipment breakdowns
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• First shift position // Monday-Friday; Saturday as needed.
• Hourly rate, OT after 40 hours
• Local driving, short haul exempt, home daily

Requirements:

• Valid A CDL
• Prior Commercial Driving Experience, at least 1 year
• Ability to drive manual trucks, required
• MVR able to pass our Safety requirements