Experienced Class A Truck Driver - 3rd Shift

Steel Technologies; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 n

Job summary

Steel Technologies in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Truck Driver to transport steel products between locations, suppliers, and customers. You’ll operate a heavy-capacity tractor-trailer and ensure timely, safe deliveries.

You’ll perform pre-trip inspections, secure cargo, report vehicle defects, follow DOT/FMCSR rules, and maintain trip documentation. A Class A CDL and two years’ driving experience, steel hauling preferred, are required.

Qualifications

• Operate a clutch pedal and tractor-trailer for up to 10 consecutive hours.
• Know and comply with DOT/FMCSR requirements and state laws.
• Hold a Class A CDL with two years of driving experience; steel hauling preferred.
• Able to climb on/off a semi-trailer as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operates a tractor-trailer to transport and deliver steel products between locations.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections and monthly checklists for safety.
• Reports vehicle defects, accidents, or damage to the vehicle.
• Maneuvers trucks into loading/unloading positions with signals from the loading crew.
• Secures cargo using ropes, chains, binders, or covers.
• Inspects load and securement devices for defects.
• Maintains inspection paperwork and trip documentation.
• Follows a predetermined schedule of pickup and delivery.

Job description

As a Truck Driver at Steel Technologies, you’ll operate a heavy-capacity commercial truck to transport freight between Steel Technologies’ locations, from suppliers and to customers. Our customers depend on timely and quality deliveries and exceptional customer service.

Sunday-Thursday 6:30 p.m.-4:30 a.m.

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Operates a truck with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver steel products
• Performs required daily vehicle inspections and monthly checklist to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
• Maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned
• Secures cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers
• Inspects securement devices (chains, straps, tie-downs) for defects
• Inspects material placed on truck for defects before and after trips
• Maintains inspection paperwork and documentation relating to accidents or material defects
• Follows a pre-determined schedule of pickup and delivery

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Ability to operate a clutch pedal
• Ability to operate a tractor trailer for up to 10 consecutive hours
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with all D.O.T and FMCSR requirements as well as applicable state laws
• Class A CDL License and two years of driving experience, steel hauling preferred
• Ability to climb on and off the semi-trailer as needed
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.