Truck Driver - CDL

Sims Limited; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Class A Truck Driver with simsmetalm is responsible for safely transporting scrap metal and related materials between customer locations, processing facilities, and yards. You will operate Class A vehicles in outdoor industrial settings, adhering to DOT regulations and company safety standards.

Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, 3+ years of tractor-trailer or roll-off experience, a clean MVR, and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience operating tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, dump trucks, or similar commercial vehicles.
• Experience hauling scrap metal, roll-off containers, or industrial materials strongly preferred.
• Prior experience packaging and preparing loose freight for transport preferred.
• Must possess a current, clean or acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol screening requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial driving safety standards.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor, industrial, and heavy-equipment environments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to safety, detail, and regulatory compliance.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles to transport scrap metal and related materials between customer locations, processing facilities, and transfer yards.
• Review daily schedules and routing to ensure accuracy, material requirements, and supply needs.
• Ensure all required supplies, equipment, and documentation are secured on the vehicle prior to departing the yard.
• Load, unload, tarp, and secure materials safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs, safety concerns, or incidents promptly.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, route sheets, bills of lading, scale tickets, and electronic or manual records.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, logistics, yard personnel, and customers throughout assigned routes, including end-of-stop updates.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized vehicle at all times.
• Adhere strictly to DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies, including yard-specific safety procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with basic yard operations as needed, such as spotter duties, equipment movement, or material staging.
• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Experience 3+ years

DOT Regulations Knowledge

English Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Truck Driver - CDL

Date: Sep 21, 2026

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60608

Company: simsmetalm

Salary Range: 47936.00 - 62317.00 USD

Founded in Australia in 1917, Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity anddecarbonisationby supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet.

At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range ofprogrammesthat support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers. Employing more than 4,100 people worldwide, weoperateover 155 facilities across 13 countries. As an ASX-listed company, Sims provides the stability, transparency, and professional growth opportunities of a publicly tradedorganisation, all driven by our purpose: to create a world without waste.

Job Summary:

The Class A Truck Driver is responsible for safely transporting metal materials, roll-off containers, and equipment between customer sites, suppliers, and the recycling yard. This role requires operating Class A commercial vehicles in an industrial environment while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, company safety standards, and operational schedules.

Major Responsibilities:

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles (including tractor-trailers, dump trailers, and roll-off trucks) to transport scrap metal and related materials between customer locations, processing facilities, and transfer yards.
• Review daily schedules and routing to ensure accuracy, material requirements, and supply needs.
• Ensure all required supplies, equipment, and documentation are secured on the vehicle prior to departing the yard.
• Load, unload, tarp, and secure materials safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs, safety concerns, or incidents promptly.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, route sheets, bills of lading, scale tickets, and electronic or manual records.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, logistics, yard personnel, and customers throughout assigned routes, including end-of-stop updates.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized vehicle at all times.
• Adhere strictly to DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies, including yard-specific safety procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with basic yard operations as needed, such as spotter duties, equipment movement, or material staging.
• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience operating tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, dump trucks, or similar commercial vehicles.
• Experience hauling scrap metal, roll-off containers, or industrial materials strongly preferred.
• Prior experience packaging and preparing loose freight for transport preferred.
• Must possess a current, clean or acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol screening requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial driving safety standards.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor, industrial, and heavy-equipment environments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to safety, detail, and regulatory compliance.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to climb in and out of trucks and trailers multiple times per shift.
• Ability to lift, pull, and secure tarps and chains (up to 40 lbs.).
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to dust, noise, heavy machinery, and metal materials typical of a recycling yard.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At sims together we are a diverse group ofemployees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

Why Choose A Career with Sims?

Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.

Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.