Local Class A CDL Driver

State Steel Supply; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State Steel Supply in Des Moines, Iowa is looking for a Driver responsible for preparing and securing delivery loads, inspecting vehicles, and adhering to DOT regulations. Successful applicants will need a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.

Drivers are expected to perform various tasks under varying conditions, including extreme weather and lifting heavy objects. Experience in driving a tractor-trailer is preferred along with the ability to handle Hazmat materials if necessary.

Qualifications

• Valid state issued driver’s license required.
• Must have excellent driving record.
• 2 years experience for semi-truck drivers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and secure delivery loads.
• Inspect the vehicle according to the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report.
• Follow planned route and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Map Reading

Truck Operation

Arithmetic Computation

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Multi-Tasking

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Stress Tolerance

Education

Valid state issued driver’s license (Class A or B)

Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic

2 years verifiable experience driving a tractor-trailer

Job description

The purpose of the Driver is to prepare and secure delivery loads, inspect the vehicle via Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), follow a planned route to the destination, maintain vehicle cleanliness, observe safety procedures regarding DOT regulations, Hazmat, and power equipment tools, and complete all other duties assigned.

Work Schedule

Requires working weekday mornings and afternoons. Some early mornings, weekends and evenings may be required. State Steel expects all drivers to fully comply with any and all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations regarding Hours of Service (https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/hours-service/summary-hours-service-regulations).

Core Competencies

Acting with Honor and Character

Integrity and Ethics

Vehicle Operation

Map Reading, Truck Operation

Arithmetic Computation

Arithmetic Computation

Conscientiousness/Inspection/Detail Orientation

Following Instructions, Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Problem Solving, Decision-Making

Getting Organized

Multi-Tasking, Planning and Organizing, Time Management

Demonstrating Personal Flexibility

Learning, Adaptability/Flexibility, Stress Tolerance

Relating Skills

Sociability, Interpersonal Skills, Listening, Teamwork

Keeping on Point

Sense of Urgency

Cleaning

HAZMAT Handling and Cleanup Procedures

Safety Orientation

Equipment and Tool Safety, Safety Regulations, Safety Orientation

Physical Requirements

Agility: The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks.

Physical Strength: The ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups. Required to lift up to 60lbs unassisted.

Protective Equipment: The ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.

Stamina: The ability to sit and concentrate for long periods.

Visual Acuity: The ability to see details (e.g., letters, numbers, codes, color, symbols, marks, labels, signs, video displays) clearly to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Proper Lifting Techniques: The ability to properly lift heavy objects or equipment. This includes the knowledge of correct bending and lifting techniques as needed to properly position and use one's hands, feet, legs, arms, and back to lift objects or equipment, and to push, pull, and carry heavy objects.

Hand-Eye Coordination: The ability to coordinate one's eyes with one's fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks.

Work Conditions: The ability to perform job activities, with appropriate intermittent relief where applicable, under difficult work conditions such as in extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, while exposed to constant/intermittent sounds.

Climbing: The ability to climb, work, and carry items up and down ladders.

Manual Dexterity: The ability to make quick, accurate, skillful, coordinated movements of one hand, one hand in coordination with its arm, or two hands to grasp.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state issued driver’s license from state of residence (Class A for tractor trailer or Class B for straight truck)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic.
• For straight truck drivers: verifiable experience or training
• For semi drivers: 2 years verifiable experience driving a tractor-trailer
• Exceptional driving record

State Steel is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

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