Local CDL A Driver

Nucor Corporation; Carolina (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly with bonus

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Company-paid insurance

Job summary

Nucor Corporation, located in Gastonia, NC, is seeking a Driver III to safely manage local pickup and delivery of scrap material using tractor-trailers and straight trucks. You will perform daily vehicle inspections and apply safety standards to ensure compliant operations.

Offers up to $75,000 annually, paid weekly with bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and profit sharing. Career growth opportunities exist within transportation.

Qualifications

• Requires Class A CDL license.
• 3 years of driving experience required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.

Responsibilities

• Local pickup and delivery of scrap material using tractor-trailers and straight trucks.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Follow safety policies, OSHA procedures, and FMCSA regulations.
• Utilize computer and mobile apps to receive and complete load assignments.

Skills

CDL

Driving experience

Clean MVR

Roll-off containers

Job description

Job Details

Division: Metal Recycling Services LLC
Location: Gastonia, NC, United States
Compensation: Up to $75,000 annually

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

About Nucor

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections are embodied every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Need to Know:

• Outdoor industrial work environments
• Hands-on, physical role
• Safety-sensitive position
• Paid training provided
• Career growth opportunities within transportation

What You'll Do:

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

The Driver III is responsible for the safe and efficient local pickup and delivery of scrap material in various on-road equipment. This role operates tractor-trailers and straight trucks, completes required daily vehicle inspections, and utilizes computer and mobile applications to receive and complete load assignments.

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

• compliance with all state/FMCSA regulations
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Perform daily inspections of truck and report any defects or needed repairs to manager.
• Clean vehicle as needed.
• Perform local pick-up and delivery of roll‑off containers or other assigned loads.
• Drive tractor‑trailers and straight trucks.
• Utilize both computer and mobile apps for load assignments and completion.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

• Class A CDL license.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report.
• 3 years of driving experience.

Preferred:

• Experience with Roll‑off containers

Pay, Benefits & Career Growth

• Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation - 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid Holidays - 10 per year and 1 personal day
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses
• Scholarship Program - Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $5,000 per year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan - we match 10% of your purchase

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

Nearest Secondary Market: Concord

Nucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.