Driver CDL NE 1

SUGAR STEEL; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Steel Corporation is seeking an experienced truck driver to operate a tractor-trailer in compliance with federal, state, local laws and company policies for timely delivery and pickup of materials.

The role requires valid CDL, road test completion, and ability to meet FMCSA drug/alcohol clearinghouse requirements. Safe driving and adherence to safety procedures are essential in this position.

Qualifications

• FMCSA safety knowledge and cargo securement.
• Ability to meet insurance standards and FMCSA drug clearinghouse requirements.
• Ability to meet all driver qualification requirements per Federal regulations (per 49 CFR part 391).
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, bills of lading, and manifests.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicle with GVWR over 26,001 lbs to deliver or pick up merchandise regionally/local.
• Follow safety procedures for transporting goods including cargo securement (may include tarps).
• Safely maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Load and unload vehicles as required.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections per FMCSA to ensure roadworthiness and safety equipment.
• Record inspection information on the DVIR as required by FMCSA.
• Use an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by FMCSA.
• Report traffic incidents, accidents, violations, or vehicle damage to supervision.
• Read bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
• Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy; obtain receipts or signatures.
• Adhere to safety processes and protocols.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

CDL

Road safety

Reading instructions

Basic math

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for driving a tractor-trailer in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as well as company policies and procedures for transporting various materials in a safe and timely manner.

Physical Requirements

Walk(Move, Traverse), Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for operating commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,001 lbs. to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment to assigned regional and/or local destination and/or customers in a timely fashion.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods including securement of cargo for transport (may include use of tarps).
• Safely maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Loads and unloads vehicles as required.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections (as defined by the FMCSA) to ensure that the trucks are roadworthy and that safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Records any inspection information or list of defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
• Uses an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
• Reports traffic incidents, including, traffic accidents and violations, or damage to the vehicles to supervisory staff.
• Reads bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
• Checks all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate and obtains receipts or signatures for delivered goods or collects payment for services when required.
• Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• 2 years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per assigned vehicle type required.
• Successful completion of a road test required.
• Ability to meet company insurability standards required.
• Ability to meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Ability to meet all driver qualification requirements per Federal regulations (per 49 CFR part 391) required.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• Basic knowledge of laws and government regulations and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.