Heavy Equipment Operator / Spotter Truck Driver (Class A CDL Required)

SC Steel; Colonial Hills (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Steel is seeking a CDL-A trailer loader to move trailers, inspect loads, and maintain DOT documentation. You will keep the trailer yard organized and coordinate with maintenance to ensure road-ready equipment.

The role requires experience with trailer maintenance, proper loading techniques, and strong communication skills to handle multiple requests safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• CDL Class A is mandatory.
• Three+ years of related activities including material handling and forklift training.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers from yard to fabrication shops or other locations as directed.
• Inspect loaded trailers to ensure loading is sound and safe for transit.
• Keep trailer yard organized and assist with truck loads.
• Communicate with maintenance regarding trailer maintenance needs.
• Perform basic inspections of trailers prior to pulling them into fabrication shops for loading (tires, defects, bulbs).
• Maintain documentation for DOT compliance (tractor driver’s log, trailer inspection).

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A

Forklift training

Tools

Forklift

Spotter truck

Job description

About the Company

SC Steel, LLC was established January 2, 2018, as a subsidiary of FabSouth and acquired the assets of SMI-Owen Steel Company, Inc. on April 1, 2018. SMI-Owen Steel Company had owned the business since 1994 when they acquired it from South Carolina Steel Company. The Upstate South Carolina facility has been in operation at this location since 1952.

Job Overview

Moves and loads trailers to support structural steel fabrication and shipments, inspecting trailers for road-worthiness and conducts minor trailer maintenance and repair. This position additionally assists with laydown yard organization and operating heavy material handling equipment.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Move trailers from yard to fabrication shops or other locations as directed
• Inspect loaded trailers to ensure loading is sound (will not create safety issues and will not distort materials during transit).
• Keep trailer yard organized and assist with truck loads
• Communicate with maintenance regarding trailer maintenance needs
• Perform basic inspections of trailers prior to pulling them into fabrication shops for loading:
  • Inspect Tires & perform tire pressure checks
  • Inspect for defects
  • Replace bulbs, glad hands, and various minor trailer maintenance
• Maintain all documentation needed for DOT compliance
  • Tractor Driver’s Log
  • Trailer Inspection documentation

Experience Required:

• Understands the DOT regulations concerning strapping of loads, distribution of loaded weights, oversize load thresholds and requirements.
• Understands proper loading techniques and proper use of dunnage to separate loads and to prevent damage to pieces during transit.
• Understands basic maintenance for spotter truck and related equipment.
• Certification for inspecting and performing adjustments to trailer brakes
• Time Management skills
• Excellent communication skills - ability to deal with various people with patience, ability to handle multiple and sometimes conflicting requests in a professional and efficient manner.

Education/Training

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have Commercial Drivers License (CDL Class A)
• Three or more years of related activities, including material handling and forklift training

Additional expectations include:

• Safety - Our basic philosophy is to not take chances - "No amount of personal risk is worth any amount of production."
• Quality - Focus on quality issues and errors and take the lead for eliminating the root causes.
• Communication - Interface with multiple resources Logistics Manager, fabrication supervisors and painter/loaders

Equal Opportunity Statement

SC Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.