Truck Driver, CDL Class A - B

Samuel, Son & Co.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. is seeking a CDL-certified driver to transport steel materials in a Class A tractor trailer. You will perform vehicle inspections, secure loads, and maintain logs in line with DOT rules while delivering on schedule.

This role emphasizes safety, professionalism with customers, and effective communication with dispatchers. Experience with flatbed and steel is preferred; training is provided.

Qualifications

• A valid CDL with appropriate weight classification.
• 2 years of verifiable Tractor Trailer experience preferred.
• 1 year flatbed and steel experience preferred; training provided.
• Knowledge of all applicable DOT regulations.
• Able to pass pre-employment DOT physical and background check.
• Strong customer service skills and professional attitude.
• Acceptable MVR report abstracts; no more than 2 moving violations in 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a Class A CDL tractor trailer to transport steel materials.
• Adhere to traffic laws, regulations and company policies while driving.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections ensuring mechanical and safety readiness.
• Follow routes and schedules for timely delivery of steel products.
• Represent Samuel, Son & Co. professionally with customers.
• Maintain vehicle; report problems and arrange maintenance/repairs.
• Keep delivery logs, mileage, fuel usage and delays records.
• Assist with loading/unloading steel using forklifts, cranes and similar equipment.
• Secure loads with strapping and chains to prevent damage during transit.
• Communicate with dispatchers and customers to coordinate schedules and issues.
• Follow PPE guidelines and safety protocols; handle hazardous materials if applicable.
• Maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

CDL License

Customer service

Safety awareness

DOT Regulations knowledge

Tools

Forklifts

Cranes

Overhead cranes

Side loaders

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely and efficiently operate a Class A CDL commercial truck to transport steel materials.
• Adhere to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while driving on public roads.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, ensuring that all mechanical and safety components are in proper working order.
• Follow designated routes and schedules to ensure timely delivery of steel products to customers.
• Operate a tractor trailer truck, within established safety guidelines and policies, to transport product to and from specific locations.
• Represent Samuel, Son & Co. professionally with all customers.
• Maintain vehicle by conducting operator inspections, reporting vehicle problems, and delivering vehicle for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, fuel consumption, and any incidents or delays encountered during transportation.
• Prepare and maintain logs and records in accordance with D.O.T. regulations and company procedures.
• Assist with loading and unloading steel materials using forklifts, cranes, and other equipment as needed.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively – including certification for forklifts and overhead cranes, as well as general training for side loaders, miscellaneous electric, pneumatic, and manual hand tools.
• Secure steel products using appropriate strapping, chains, and other methods to prevent damage during transit.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers, and team members to coordinate delivery schedules and address any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the handling of hazardous materials, if applicable.
• Always maintain a clean working environment.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid CDL with appropriate weight classification.
• 2 years of verifiable Tractor Trailer Experience preferred.
• 1 year flatbed and steel experience preferred. (Training will be provided to ideal candidates)
• Knowledge of all applicable DOT Regulations and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Able to pass pre-employment DOT physical and background check.
• Strong customer service skills and a professional attitude.
• Acceptable MVR Report Abstracts. No more than 2 moving violations within the past 36 months.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledgeable and experienced in Load Securement (strapping, chaining, tarping) an asset.
• Proficient in the operation of Class A CDL commercial trucks.
• Basic knowledge of forklifts, cranes, and other equipment used in loading and unloading steel products.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks, including bending, stooping, and climbing in and out of the truck.
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions and environments, including exposure to heat, cold, rain, and dust.

The physical demands described here is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Primarily outdoor work environment, involving regular travel and transportation of steel materials.
• Exposure to noise, vibrations, and potentially hazardous materials.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.