CDL A Flatbed Driver

Triple-S Steel•Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

Triple-S Steel is seeking a CDL A driver with flatbed experience. The company describes itself as a family-owned business and one of the country’s largest suppliers of structural steel products. It emphasizes excellence, innovation, core values, and a culture that supports team members’ ability to contribute and grow professionally. The role involves transporting freight, including oversized loads, and handling load inspection, securement, vehicle checks, documentation, and applicable safety and regulatory procedures. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, training and development opportunities, and medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability, and group life insurance programs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Class A driving experience.
No major moving violations in the last 2 years.
2 years of flatbed experience; the posting specifies most recently pulling 53-foot flatbeds and driving 3-axle conventional sleeper trucks.
Knowledge of securing all types of flatbed freight with chains, binders, and straps.

Nice To Haves

Oversized-load experience.

Responsibilities

Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Inspect loads to ensure cargo is secure and notify the warehouse if a load needs to be rebuilt for safety.
Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and condition.
Secure cargo for transport using blocks, chains, binders, or tarps.
Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting oversized loads.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following loading-crew signals and checking that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Use truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or GPS equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Couple or uncouple trailers by adjusting trailer jacks, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
Inspect trailers after unloading to ensure contents caused no damage.
Check that vehicles’ mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment are in good working order.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle damage.
Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, or making minor repairs.
Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.