Class A Driver (Local - Home Daily) - Manual Transmission

Metalico; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Class A Driver for local routes, ensuring timely deliveries and pickups while maintaining safety and efficiency. This role offers the unique benefit of being home daily, promoting a balanced lifestyle. As a vital part of the logistics team, you will conduct inspections, manage loads, and represent the company positively. Join a company that values its employees and offers competitive benefits, including medical and dental coverage, retirement matching, and paid holidays. If you're ready to drive your career forward with a supportive team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Medical & Dental Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Holidays

Safety Equipment Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with at least 6 months of driving experience required.
• Ability to drive standard trucks and perform inspections.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver containers at customer sites timely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on every truck driven.

Skills

Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Driving Standard Trucks (Stick)

Container Delivery

Pre-trip and Post-trip Inspections

Load Securing

Tools

Tractor Trailers

Frameless Dump Trailers

Lowboy

Drop Decks

Job description

Class A Driver (Local - Home Daily) with Manual Transmission

Summary :

• JOB TITLE : Class A Driver (Local - Home Daily) with Manual Transmission
• REPORTS TO : Transportation Logistics Manager.
• JOB TYPE : Full-time, Non-Exempt.
• HOURS OF OPERATION : Monday through Friday 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM.
• OVER TIME : Saturday’s as needed.

PURPOSE :

Safely and efficiently deliver and pick up containers at customer sites. Perform all job duties according to company policies and procedures.

Over-the Road Driver vs. Local Driver :

Choosing a driving job that allows you to be home every night versus being an over-the road (OTR) driver comes with several distinct benefits. Here are some advantages of being a local driver, rather than an OTR driver :

• Local drivers avoid long stretches away from home, which can lead to isolation and fatigue.
• Local drivers typically maintain a more regular sleep schedule, promoting better overall health.
• Sleep in your own bed, one of the major benefits is being able to sleep in your own bed every night, avoiding the discomfort of hotel stays or sleeping in the truck.
• Local drivers can maintain a more active social life, as they spend more time in their home community. They can attend social gatherings, events, or even run errands after work.
• Local driving positions tend to have more stable hours and predictable workdays, which may reduce the uncertainty that comes with OTR work, such as irregular routes or extended hours.
• Being home more regularly allows for easier access to medical care, such as doctor’s appointments or physical therapy, helping drivers maintain their health over the long term.
• Local driving tends to offer a more balanced lifestyle with significant advantages in terms of home life, health, and career stability.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Pick up and deliver containers at customer sites timely and efficient.
• Provide customers with appropriate paperwork.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on every truck driven daily. Ensure equipment defects are reported immediately.
• Accurately complete all paperwork and documents required by Federal DOT and the Company daily.
• Drivers are responsible for their load. Ensure appropriate material distribution and securing of load.
• Driver must be willing to switch from one type of truck to another (For example tractor to lowboy or from a lowboy to drop deck, etc.) depending on business needs.
• Provide a positive representation of the company by demonstrating safe, responsible driving practices.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner by applying knowledge and skills in maneuvering vehicles at varying speeds in difficult situations such as heavy traffic and inclement weather, or in tight loading dock areas. Keep tractor interior clean and orderly.
• Monitors the truck’s mechanical functions and ensures the truck is maintained in accordance with maintenance schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• At least 6 months of Class A driving experience is required (2+ years of driving experience preferred).
• Must be able to drive standard trucks (Stick).
• Must have driving experience with the following vehicles : Tractor trailers, Frameless Dump Trailers, Lowboy, and drop decks.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a current DOT physical card.
• Must meet DOT and company requirements related to drug and alcohol testing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be able to enter and exit truck cab using foot and hand holds.
• Will be required to complete and pass a post-offer physical, including drug and alcohol screening.
• Depending on need, one must be able to exert force for pushing and pulling.
• Able to stoop, bend, twist, balance, climb, crouch, and kneel.

BENEFITS :

• Life insurance $25,000 (100% employer paid).
• Medical & Dental (70% employer paid).
• 401(k) - 2.5% match.
• 8.5 paid holidays.
• Vision Insurance (Out of pocket).
• Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket).
• Aflac Services (Out of pocket).
• Safety Toe Boot and Safety Glasses Reimbursement Annually.

Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products : We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries.We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high temperature alloys.These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 600 people in 27 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.

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