Truck Driver (Dripping Springs)

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life & disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

PTO

Nivati EAP for families

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators is seeking an experienced CDL flatbed driver to haul steel and materials from our Houston operation. You will load, strap, tarp, and secure loads to ensure safe transit, while maintaining DOT compliance and accurate documentation.

Home daily on local and regional Texas routes with steady, dedicated work. You will mentor new CDL drivers and help maintain equipment, safety standards, and on-time deliveries for a growing Texas company that values professional

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A CDL with flatbed experience.
• 3–5+ years of CDL flatbed driving on 48′–53′ trailers with a clean record.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, TXDOT, DPS rules and Hours-of-Service.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailers and flatbeds to deliver steel and materials.
• Load, secure, and tarp loads usingappropriate straps and chains.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain equipment.
• adhere to DOT regulations and company policy during deliveries.
• Document bills of lading and delivery receipts accurately.
• Coordinate with dispatch and customers to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Mentor new CDL drivers on safety and Patriot standards.
• Keep trucks and gear clean and well-maintained.

Skills

CDL Flatbed Driving

DOT Regulations Knowledge

Safe Driving Record

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Haul the steel that builds Texas.

Every beam we raise rides on your trailer first. We’re looking for an experienced flatbed pro who chains, straps, and tarps a load the right way, runs a clean inspection every time, and takes pride in delivering steel safely — for a company that treats drivers like the professionals they are.

Why Patriot — Not the Other Guys

Steady steel freight, not load-board roulette. You’ll haul for our own shop and our own projects — consistent, dedicated work for a company that’s been building Texas since 1991.

Safety is value #1. The first letter in our STEEL values is Safety. We run legal, we maintain our equipment, and we never push drivers past the rules.

Benefits drivers rarely see. Free, confidential mental-health support (Nivati EAP) for you and your family, Blue Points wellness rewards, pet insurance, a 401(k) match, and the Craig Cobb College Scholarship.

Your experience leads. You’ll train and mentor new CDL drivers — we hire professionals and treat them like it.

A stable, growing company. Dual AISC certification and divisions across Texas — your seat isn’t going anywhere but forward.

About the Role

Reporting to the Shop Manager at our Houston operation, you’ll be directly responsible for transporting steel and materials to assigned locations — safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with DOT regulations and company policy.

What You’ll Do

• Drive: Operate tractor-trailers, flatbeds, and specialized commercial vehicles to deliver steel and materials to shops and jobsites.
• Load & Secure: Load and unload cargo, and chain, strap, and tarp every load the right way to prevent damage in transit.
• Inspect: Run thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections — keep your equipment safe, compliant, and road-ready.
• Stay Compliant: Operate within all federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT and Hours-of-Service rules.
• Document: Complete bills of lading, delivery receipts, and all transportation records accurately.
• Coordinate: Communicate with dispatch, customers, and crews so every delivery lands where and when it’s needed.
• Mentor: Train and guide new CDL drivers on safe driving, securement, regulations, and Patriot standards.
• Care for Equipment: Keep trucks, trailers, and gear clean, organized, and well-maintained.

What You Bring

Must-haves

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (additional endorsements may be required or preferred depending on routes)
• 3–5+ years of CDL flatbed driving experience (48′–53′ trailers preferred) with a clean driving record
• Strong working knowledge of DOT, TXDOT, and DPS regulations and Hours-of-Service rules
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to load, secure, and unload cargo, including lifting heavy objects
• OSHA-10 certification

Nice-to-haves

• Experience hauling structural steel or construction materials
• Experience training or mentoring other driversBasic commercial-vehicle maintenance skills

Schedule & Work Environment

• Based at our Houston operation, reporting to the Shop Manager
• Home daily on local and regional Texas routes
• Hands-on, physical role: loading, unloading, securement, and heavy lifting are part of the job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; other duties may be assigned

What We Offer

Competitive pay, plus a full benefits package:

Financial Planning

• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Company-paid life & disability insurance
• Supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Quarterly financial-planning webinars

Time Off & Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Leave-of-absence programs (administered through Tilt)

Family & Wellness

• Comprehensive health coverage — medical, dental, and vision
• Pet insurance
• Nivati EAP — free, confidential mental-health support for employees and their families
• Gym-membership support through affiliated partners
• Blue Points program — rewards for a healthy lifestyle
• Craig Cobb College Scholarship

Career Growth

• Continuous learning, including Udemy training courses
• Leadership training
• AISC membership for Patriot employees — tap every resource the industry offers

Community

• We give back through community initiatives and support employees who volunteer

We move quickly for the right driver.

Here’s the path:

Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team. A conversation about your experience, your routes, and pay expectations.

Interview with our Houston team. Meet the Shop Manager, talk routes and equipment, and complete any required driving-record review or road test.

Final conversation. Confirm the fit works both ways — culture, schedule, and expectations.

Offer. When everything aligns, we’ll move fast to get you in the seat.