Forge - Class A CDL Driver

Kids for the Future; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge is seeking a CDL Driver to haul finished CFS exterior wall panels from the fabrication shop to active jobsites. You will own each load from securement at the shop to a safe, on-time handoff to the install crew.

Responsibilities include pre-trip/post-trip inspections, securement per FMCSA rules, local and regional driving, and timely communication of delays or issues to dispatch.

Qualifications

• Current Class A CDL with no restrictions preventing operating a tractor-trailer.
• Valid DOT medical certificate and clean MVR.
• Experience hauling building materials or similar loads preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and DVIRs daily.
• Direct load securement per FMCSA rules and site requirements; verify panel IDs.
• Drive locally, regionally and on overnight routes when needed; maintain ELD logs.
• Communicate delays, damages or changes to dispatch; ensure safe handoffs at delivery.

Skills

Class A CDL

FMCSA rules knowledge

Safe driving

Load securement

Tools

ELD

GPS navigation

Job description

• Job Category Forge Mang
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Description

Job Title: CDL Driver

Reports To: Senior Project Manager

Job Overview :

CDL Class A driver to haul finished cold-formed steel (CFS) exterior wall panels from our fabrication shop to active jobsites. The driver owns each load from securement at the shop to a safe, on-time handoff to the install crew.

KPIs

• Successfully hauling cargo, avoiding at-fault accidents
• Timely delivery of cargo within known, predictable delays

Duties:

1. Pre-trip and post-trip

• Inspect tractor, trailer and securement gear; complete the DVIR and report defects before leaving the yard.

2. Loading and securement

• Check the panel load list against the panels loaded, by panel ID and delivery sequence.
• Direct the loading crew so panels sit in install order, on dunnage, with weight balanced across the axles.
• Secure every load to FMCSA cargo securement rules and FORGE's standards; tarp when needed.

3. Driving

• Drive safely and defensively on local, regional and occasional overnight routes.
• Plan routes around bridge heights, weight limits and permit restrictions; re-check straps within the first 50 miles and at every stop.
• Keep accurate hours-of-service logs on the ELD.
• Arrive inside the scheduled crane window; check in with the site superintendent or install lead.
• Stage the truck where the crane or forklift operator directs; release straps only when told it is safe.
• Stay clear of suspended loads; help the crew with tag lines only when trained and assigned.
• Get the delivery ticket signed and photograph the load before and after unloading.

5. Communication and records

• Tell dispatch about delays, damage, near misses or site problems right away.
• Turn in bills of lading, delivery tickets, fuel receipts and inspection reports daily.
• Keep the truck clean, fueled and organized; return racks, dunnage and straps to the shop.

Tools, Equipment & Support

FORGE supplies everything below. The driver is responsible for inspecting it, keeping it on the truck, and reporting anything worn, damaged or missing before the next run.

Vehicle & Trailer

Item

Driver's responsibility

Class 8 tractor

Pre-trip and post-trip inspection, DVIR every day

Check deck, tires, lights, brakes, landing gear, stake pockets and rub rail

Panel racks / A-frames (when used)

Confirm racks are pinned, undamaged and rated for the load

Fire extinguisher, triangles, spare fuses

Present, charged and in date

Item

Use

Primary tie-downs for panel bundles and racks

Chains and binders

Heavy or rack-mounted loads, per securement plan

Edge / corner protectors

Stop straps cutting panels, sheathing and CFS studs

Dunnage (blocking, 4x4s)

Keep panels off the deck and allow forklift / crane access

Tarps and bungees

Protect sheathing and finishes from weather and road spray

Oversize banners, flags, lights

Wide or long loads, when a permit requires them

Winch bar

Tensioning and releasing winches

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Item

When required

On every jobsite and in the shop yard during loading

Hi-vis vest or shirt (ANSI Class 2 minimum)

Outside the cab, at all times

At all times on duty

Handling straps, steel and panel edges

Safety glasses

Loading, unloading, strapping

Rain gear and cold-weather gear

As weather requires

Fall protection (harness + lanyard)

Any work on a deck or load where the site or FORGE policy requires it

Technology & Paperwork

Item

Use

Bill of lading and panel load list

Match panel IDs on the truck to the delivery ticket

Delivery / damage report

Signed at handoff; photos of any damage

Support from FORGE

Support

What the driver gets

Dispatch / logistics

Daily route, load sequence, jobsite contact and crane window

Shop loading crew

Forklift or crane loading at the shop; driver directs securement

Onboarding and training

Company securement standards, panel handling, jobsite rules, ELD and app use

Maintenance

Shop or vendor repairs; roadside assistance and a breakdown call list

Safety program

Written safety policy, PPE replacement, incident reporting and follow-up

Jobsite coordination

Install crew lead meets the truck and runs the unload

Safety Requirements

Safety comes before schedule. Any driver can stop a load, a lift or a trip that looks unsafe, with no penalty.

Regulatory (FMCSA / DOT)

Rule

What it means for this job

Enough tie-downs for the load's length and weight; working load limits marked; no loose or damaged straps

Hours of service (49 CFR 395)

11-hour driving limit, 14-hour window, 30-minute break, 60/70-hour limits; logged on the ELD

Vehicle inspection (49 CFR 396)

Daily pre-trip and post-trip; written DVIR; defects fixed before the truck runs

Valid CDL and medical card on file; annual MVR review

Drug and alcohol testing (49 CFR 382)

Follow every permit's route, hours, escorts and signage

Loading and Jobsite Safety

• Never stand under or beside a suspended panel; stay out of the crane's swing radius.
• Do not release straps until the panel is rigged or the lift operator says it is safe — panels can shift once straps come off.
• Follow each jobsite's rules and sign-in; wear full PPE outside the cab.
• Use three points of contact getting on and off the cab and deck; do not jump down.
• Watch for overhead power lines, soft ground and uneven grades when positioning the trailer.
• Set the parking brake and chock wheels before loading or unloading.

Road Safety

• No handheld phone use while driving; hands-free only, and only when safe.
• Re-check the load within the first 50 miles, at every stop and after any hard braking.
• Allow for high-profile loads in wind; pull over when conditions make the load unsafe.
• Report every accident, injury, near miss or load shift to dispatch at once.

Qualifications:

• Experience hauling building materials, steel, trusses, precast or wall panels.
• Step deck, oversize load or permit experience.
• Forklift certification or experience working around cranes and rigging.
• TWIC card [only if any sites require it].
• Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions that prevent operating a manual or automatic tractor-trailer [confirm which].
• Current DOT medical examiner's certificate.
• Minimum [2 — confirm] years of verifiable Class A experience, including flatbed.
• Clean MVR: no DUI/DWI and no serious moving violations in the past [3 — confirm] years.
• Pass a DOT pre-employment drug test and an FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse query.
• Working knowledge of FMCSA cargo securement and hours-of-service rules.
• Able to use an ELD, a smartphone or tablet, and GPS navigation.
• At least 21 years old (federal minimum for interstate driving).

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry up to 75 lb (straps, chains, dunnage, tarps) repeatedly; heavier items with help or equipment.
• Throw straps, crank binders and pull tarps over loaded decks.
• Climb on and off the trailer deck safely, in all weather.
• Stand, walk, bend and kneel for long periods during loading and unloading.
• Sit and drive for up to the legal hours-of-service limit.
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain and wind, on active construction sites with noise, dust and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to navigate a jobsite as needed, including the ability to wear any required personal protective equipment (hardhat, closed-toed shoes) and understand any posted or verbal safety guidelines.
• Committed to safety: must wear PPE and follow all safety protocols.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Must have reliable transportation and willingness to travel as needed.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified people with disabilities.

Requirements

At Forge, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy work environment, all offers of employment at Forge are contingent upon clearing a pre-employment drug screening and background check. We conduct these checks to ensure the safety and security of our team members and customers. By applying, you agree to undergo these screenings if selected for a position.