Class A CDL Truck Driver – Safe, Efficient Deliveries

Radius Recycling; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling in Birmingham, AL seeks a Class A CDL Driver to operate tractor trailers or trucks carrying equipment and materials to supplier, customer, storage or processing locations. You will perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company H&S standards.

The role emphasizes safe handling of freight, coordination with dispatch, and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate and ability to obtain a renewed Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Twenty‑Four (24) months verifiable Class A driving experience within the last five (5) years.
• No more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years.
• No more than one (1) preventable accident in the last three (3) years.
• Must be registered in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Ability to use or learn automated systems for activities such as electronic logs, training, or others as needed to meet business requirements.
• Acceptable PSP Report to include review of type, frequency, and total number of violations. Special emphasis placed on out of service violations and crashes.

Responsibilities

• Move freight and materials to and from production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, and containers by hand or using trucks, tractors, and other equipment.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew, checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Secure material for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, or covers.
• Receive instructions from dispatch and proceed to location for delivery or receipt of material.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Maintain all logs of working hours, vehicle service, and repair status, adhering to state and federal regulations.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered materials, and check all documentation to ensure it is complete and accurate.
• Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.

Job description

Radius Recycling in Birmingham, AL seeks a Class A CDL Driver to operate tractor trailers or trucks carrying equipment and materials to supplier, customer, storage or processing locations. You will perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company H&S standards.

The role emphasizes safe handling of freight, coordination with dispatch, and adherence to internal controls.