CDL Driver

CONKLIN METAL INDUSTRIES INC•Jefferson, LA

5d•$21 - $21

About The Position

The CDL Driver safely and efficiently operates an inter-city truck or combination unit between terminals, relay stations, and various delivery points. This role includes loading/unloading freight, verifying documentation, and maintaining compliance with all company, state, and federal regulations to ensure freight arrives safely and on time. About Conklin Metal Industries Conklin Metal Industries is a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor of sheet metal, HVAC, and duct fabrication supplies, with roots dating back to 1874. We operate eighteen warehouses across the southeastern U.S. and serve a wide range of customers, including: • Sheet metal and mechanical contractors • Duct fabricators • Residential and multifamily new-construction contractors • HVAC service and replacement specialists We are a one-stop shop for commercial and residential HVAC duct systems—providing everything from sheet metal and spiral/round duct to the materials needed to connect, insulate, reinforce, dampen sound, control air flow, access, hang, and seal. We also carry the southeast’s widest range of sheet metal forming machinery.

Responsibilities

Perform daily pre-trip inspections on vehicle, parts, and accessories.
Review shipping papers and verify load type, hazards, and securement methods.
Operate vehicles in compliance with DOT, State Vehicle Code, and Title 13 regulations.
Pick up and deliver freight as assigned.
Load, unload, and move freight manually or with mechanical lifting equipment.
Hook and unhook trailers as needed.
Collect COD freight charges and return as instructed.
Match, count, and verify freight with billing documents; note exceptions in writing.
Secure loads with tarps, chains, straps, or webbing.
Maintain a professional appearance and customer-focused attitude.
Perform general clean-up of truck and trailer interiors.
Report all accidents, injuries, or equipment issues immediately.
Maintain accurate Driver’s Record of Duty Status per DOT regulations.
Safely operate pallet jacks, forklifts, lift gates, and related equipment.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Perform other related duties as required.