Truck Driver

Commercial Metals Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

PTO & Vacation

401(k) match

Competitive compensation

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training & Advancement

Job summary

Commercial Metals Company in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced Class A CDL truck driver to deliver products regionally and support our operations.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, follow DOT regulations, and communicate with dispatch. We offer benefits from day 1, PTO, 401(k) match, and career growth.

This role requires at least 1 year tractor-trailer experience, clean driving record, and ability to lift 65 lbs and work outdoors in various weather.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to speak and understand English language in verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while giving and receiving feedback.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• No DUI/DWI within the past five years.
• At least 1 year of verified tractor-trailer experience (3 years flatbed OTR preferred).
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and requirements.
• Ability to pass DOT physicals and drug testing.
• No more than one moving violation in the past three years.
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, climbing stairs/ladders, works with chains/strap, performs inspections.

Responsibilities

• Complete delivery paperwork and communicate load or timing issues with dispatch, sales, and customers.
• Conduct daily pre-trip, inter-trip, and post trip inspections of truck and cargo.
• Deliver products to customers, contractors, and jobsites within the region.
• Follow all safety rules and always wear required PPE.
• Inventory and inspect products to confirm quantity and condition.
• Load, secure, and deliver cargo safely and on time.
• Maintain vehicle service and repair logs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Operate vehicles using Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) and safety dashcams (training provided).
• Perform loading tasks including chaining, strapping, tarping, trailer hooking/unhooking, use of sideboard kits and safely ascending/descending of truck and/or trailer.
• Perform additional duties to ensure safe, compliant transportation per federal and state safety regulations.
• Work flexible hours based on business needs, including occasional overnight trips.

Skills

Verbal communication

English proficiency

Class A CDL

Tractor-trailer experience

Clean driving record

DOT regulations knowledge

Independent work

Physical strength

Learning agility

Teamwork

Lifting 65 lbs

DOT drug testing clearance

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

What You'll Do

• Complete delivery paperwork and communicate load or timing issues with dispatch, sales, and customers
• Conduct daily pre-trip, inter-trip, and post trip inspections of truck and cargo
• Deliver products to customers, contractors, and jobsites within the region
• Follow all safety rules and always wear required PPE
• Inventory and inspect products to confirm quantity and condition
• Load, secure, and deliver cargo safely and on time
• Maintain vehicle service and repair logs in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Operate vehicles using Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) and safety dashcams (training provided)
• Perform loading tasks including chaining, strapping, tarping, trailer hooking/unhooking, use of sideboard kits and safely ascending/descending of truck and/or trailer
• Perform additional duties to ensure safe, compliant transportation per federal and state safety regulations
• Work flexible hours based on business needs, including occasional overnight trips

What You'll Need

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to speak and understand English language in verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while giving and receiving feedback
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• No DUI/DWI within the past five years
• At least 1 year of verified tractor-trailer experience (3 years flatbed OTR preferred)
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and requirements
• Ability to pass DOT physicals and drug testing
• No more than one moving violation in the past three years
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changing requirements
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, climbing stairs/ladders, works with chains/strap, performs inspections

Your Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

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