CDL A Flatbed Driver

Triple-S Steel•Salt Lake City, UT

21d

About The Position

Triple-S Steel is a family-owned supplier of structural steel products. The company is seeking a CDL A driver with flatbed experience. The driver transports and delivers cargo, secures flatbed freight, follows safety procedures—including those for oversized loads—and maintains vehicle and delivery records. The position includes checking and handling cargo and documentation, operating truck-related communication and navigation equipment, performing basic vehicle maintenance, and obtaining delivery receipts or signatures.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of Class A experience.
No major moving violations in the last 2 years.
2 years of flatbed experience.
Knowledge of securing all types of flatbed freight with chains, binders, and straps.

Nice To Haves

Oversized-load experience preferred.
Most recent experience pulling 53-foot flatbed trailers and driving 3-axle conventional sleeper trucks.

Responsibilities

Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Inspect loads to ensure cargo is secure and notify the warehouse if the 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, follow loading crew signals, and check that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Operate truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or GPS equipment to exchange information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
Check trailers after unloading to ensure they have not been damaged.
Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is 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.