Driver

Gerdau North America; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerdau North America is seeking a qualified Commercial Truck Driver to operate a Truck Tractor safely, back and maneuver in tight spaces, and maintain logs and paperwork. The role requires a Class A CDL, good English communication, and the ability to work independently in varying conditions.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of driving experience or finished Truck Driving School with 1 year of driving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a commercial truck driver or completion of Truck Driving School with 1 year driving experience.
• Must pass FMCSA DOT physical and Drug screen.
• Must be able to work required hours to complete all necessary tasks.
• Need good hand-eye coordination with a high level of dexterity.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders (up to approx. 20 feet).

Responsibilities

• Operate a Truck Tractor in a safe manner.
• Perform backing and turning of a combination vehicle in tight working areas.
• Maintain required trip logs, records, and manifest.
• Complete all needed paperwork on a timely and accurate basis.
• Maintain vehicle appearance and cleanliness.
• Make minor repairs to truck tractors and trailers.
• Assist in loading and unloading as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

CDL Class A

English proficiency

Reading & writing English

DOT regulations knowledge

Independent work

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Empowering people who build the future.

Principle Activities

• Must be able to operate a Truck Tractor in a safe manner
• Perform backing and turning of combination vehicle in tight working areas.
• Maintain required trip logs, records, and manifest.
• Complete all needed paperwork on a timely and accurate basis.
• Maintain vehicle appearance and cleanliness.
• Make minor repairs to truck tractors and trailers.
• Assist in loading and unloading as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Must possess a Class A CDL.
• Good, clear verbal skills, English.
• Must be able to read and write English and comprehend at High School level.
• Familiar with DOT regulations concerning equipment safety.
• Must be able to work with little to no supervision.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Commercial Truck Driver or completed Truck Driving School and one year of driving experience.
• Must be able to pass FMCSA DOT physical and Drug screen.
• Must be able to work required hours to complete all necessary tasks.
• Need good hand-eye coordination with a high level of dexterity.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders (up to approx. 20 feet)

Environmental Factors

• Must work in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: Heat, cold, dust, wetness, and dryness.
• Exposure to solvents, oil, grease, oil absorb, etc.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

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