Transportation Driver Class B License

United Scrap Metal Inc; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

United Scrap Metal Inc in Cicero, IL is seeking a Transportation Driver with a Class B license to operate a range of commercial vehicles and containers over long distances. The role focuses on safe, timely pickup, transport, and delivery of freight to customer facilities and company terminals.

Requirements include at least 2 years of similar experience, valid Class B license, ability to perform manual tasks, and the physical capability to lift 50 lbs, climb, and work long shifts; passing DOT and

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of similar industry experience preferred.
• Must have a current Class A or B driver’s license.
• Experience in the recycling industry or related material handling is a plus.
• Proven ability to provide courteous and professional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Public relations with customers; act professionally at all times.
• Executes customer service requests and material logistics; reports complaints to Dispatchers.
• Drops, spots or interchanges equipment for loading/unloading; weighs material entering/leaving.
• Communicates professionally with company reps, fellow drivers, and customers.
• Reads, writes and performs basic math to complete tickets, bills of lading, trip sheets, logs.
• Demonstrates basic mechanical knowledge to communicate repair requests; understands trailer operations.
• Performs tasks per DOT regulations and safety requirements; conducts inspections and hook/unhook trailers.
• Works long hours with variable schedules; adheres to deadlines and delivery schedules.
• Maintains stable job history and dependable attendance.

Skills

Class B license

English proficiency

Job description

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Transportation Driver Class B License

Regular Full TIme Cicero, IL, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Overthelastfortyyears,UnitedScrapMetal(“USM”)hasgrownfrom$200andarentaltruckintooneof the largest full-service recyclers in the country. Today, the team continues to pioneer innovative, solutions-drivenrecyclingprogramsthroughethicalandsustainablepractices.Thishasearnedthemboth National acclaim and recognition with the achievement of several dozen awards. With 400+ team members across 6 locations nationally, the company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in an outstanding client retention rate across several thousand customers throughout North America. This substantial growth is further supported by strong consumer partnerships who recognize a consistent delivery of high quality non-ferrous and ferrous material via truck, container, rail and barge shipment. Equally as important, is the expansion of the team’s focus on philanthropy, sustainability, diversity, and safety/compliance.Auniquemissionexistsinmakingapositiveimpactinthelivesofothers,throughout the communities in which they live, work and service. USM is proud to make a difference for its clients, consumers and local communities as it continues to drive forward into the next forty years andbeyond.

Position Overview:

The primary function of the Driver is to operate various commercial vehicle and container combinations for extended periods of time, over long distances between company and customer facilities, terminals, yards and/or work sites. The Driver’s main role is to pick up, transport and deliver freight in a safe and efficientmanner.ThisindividualwillreporttotheTransportationManager;Driversarealsosupervisedand lead by theDispatchers.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• The Driver is the single direct contact responsible for good public relations with the customers and the general public; he or she is expected to act professionally at alltimes
• Executes customer service requests and materiallogistics; reports any customer complaints immediately to theDispatchers; performs job per instructions given verbally or in writing, including those on manifests, bills of lading and/or other shipping documents to determine the location and time of delivery
• Drops, hooks, spots or otherwise interchanges equipment for loading or unloading at various locations; weighs all transported material entering and leaving thefacility
• Communicates professionally (verbally and in writing) with others including company representatives, fellow Drivers, andcustomers
• Reads, writes and performs basic math to properly complete tickets, bills of lading, trip sheets, logs, incident reports and otherpaperwork; this also includes effectively filling out required transportationdocumentation and the ability to read and understand maps or receive driving directions from the Dispatcher in order to arrive at the correct customerlocation
• Demonstrates a basic mechanical knowledge of a tractor/trailer and/or commercial vehicles in order to properly communicate repair requests to themechanics; additionally, understands how to shift manual transmission engines, control the steering wheel, operate the brake and accelerator pedals, and is able to back and park a tractor-trailer unit per safetyexpectations
• Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and complies with all federal, state and local regulations for the secure and safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle, equipment and cargo; follows established Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations, including DOT equipment inspections, hooks/unhooks trailers, and enters / exits the tractor / trailersafely
• Performs responsibilities while working relatively long hours and performing repetitive work in a tractor; this may require the Driver to work with variable work/rest cycles due to frequent deadlinesandmeetingdeliveryschedules,beexposedtoenvironmentalextremes,andencounter day-to-day stressfulsituations
• Must be able to perform the following physical functions 1) Must be able to routinely lift 50 or more lbs. throughout an 8-10 hour shift (may request assistance or “team lift” for more than 50 lbs.); examples include lifting and repositioning materials, loading and unloading drums, gaylord boxes and wooden skids; 2) Must be able to climb and descend a tractor catwalk to make trailer connections;3)Mustbeabletoclimbintothebackofthetrailerandpositionandbalanceoneself on uneven material to ensure that loaded materials aresecure; 4) Must be able to manually tarp the load
• Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and companyobjectives
• Demonstrate understanding of company policies, rules andtrainings
• Thisjobdescriptionisintendedtoaccuratelystatetheworkingconditionsandthetasksthatmust be performed for this job; However, the description is not an exhaustive list and the Driver may be required to perform other tasks or other work from time to time as assigned by his manager, the Dispatchers or other members of the LeadershipTeam; therefore, other duties may be assigned

Desired Characteristics:

• At least 2 years of similar industry experience preferred, ideally in a similar role / industry / fast pacedenvironment
• Must have a current Class A or B driver’slicense
• Experience in the recycling industry, ability to identify metal materials, as well as van, flatbed, gondola and roll-off experience aplus
• Demonstratedabilityasahighperformer:abilitytoprovidecourteousandprofessionalcustomer service and engage in positive and proactive interactions with fellow team members or the public
• English fluency with regards to clear communication with the customers, coworkers, or the public; must possess accurate written communication via text, email or company documentation
• Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background and credit check and pass all DOT standards, including but not limited to a driving recordcheck
• Ability to drive up to a 10-hour shift per day and up to 60 hours perweek
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, dusty, dirty and/or wetconditions
• Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of theoperation
• The Company desires a candidate who has shown a stable job history, dependable attendance practices and whose references can state is a trustworthy individual

We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at USM:

USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a Zero Impairment Workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your Talent Acquisition contact or another member of our People Experience Team at [e-mail] . The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.