CDL Driver

RK Industries, LLC•Denver, CO

13d•$33 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

At RK Industries, the CDL Driver transports steel pipe, HVAC materials, equipment, and manufactured products to construction sites and other destinations. Part of Supply Chain Management, the driver operates an assigned day-cab tractor on primarily local routes, secures loads, and works with dispatch to keep deliveries safe and on schedule. When driving work is limited, the driver supports shipping, receiving, and shop operations. The typical schedule is approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with flexibility for earlier starts and later finishes and minimal weekend work. Occasional overnight or interstate travel may be required. Overtime depends on business needs and is not guaranteed; per diem is provided for overnight travel. The driver reports to RK’s Lewiston facility each day, and tractors remain onsite rather than serving as take-home vehicles.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card before hire; a Class B license does not meet the role’s requirements.
At least three years of commercial driving experience.
Flatbed driving experience, including hands-on cargo securement and tarping with chains and binders, and experience delivering construction materials to active jobsites.
Mountain-driving experience and sound judgment regarding changing road and weather conditions.
Eligibility to drive under RK’s insurance policy and ability to pass required driver-record, FMCSA Clearinghouse, and pre-employment compliance reviews.
Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and applicable state transportation regulations; safe material handling; relevant trade materials and tools; and assigned equipment.
Ability to read, interpret, and complete transportation documentation.
Clear communication, dependability, attention to detail, accountability for safe work and timely issue reporting, ability to follow instructions and work under supervision, and willingness to support team duties beyond driving.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently and handle tarps, chains, binders, and other securement equipment.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, climbing into and out of cabs and onto trailers, and balancing on uneven surfaces.
Readiness to work indoors and outdoors in dusty, noisy, hot, cold, or potentially hazardous conditions, including at heights or in tight or confined spaces as tasks require; ability to operate vehicles and tools safely, maintain situational awareness, and respond to safety instructions and warnings.
Consistent, punctual attendance, reliable transportation to the RK facility, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of commercial driving experience.
Experience with Motive or similar electronic logging and telematics systems.

Responsibilities

Safely operate commercial vehicles in compliance with federal, state, local, company, DOT, and FMCSA requirements.
Inspect and secure flatbed loads using tarps, chains, binders, and appropriate cargo-securement methods to ensure safe delivery without damage.
Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections; promptly report maintenance and safety concerns and identify equipment that must be taken out of service.
Maintain hours-of-service logs using Motive, complete inspection reports, and prepare accurate shipping, receiving, and delivery documentation.
Communicate with dispatchers and coordinators about schedules, route changes, delays, pickup instructions, and equipment issues.
Maintain assigned vehicles’ cleanliness and appearance and perform basic preventive maintenance.
Support dock, sheet metal shop, tool shop, shipping, and receiving operations when driving work is limited, including handling, organizing, and staging materials; grinding and cleaning parts; and maintaining orderly work areas.
Accurately record time, participate in equipment and safety training, assist other employees, and perform other duties as assigned.
Follow RK and jobsite safety procedures, wear required PPE including a hard hat on flatbeds, and stop work and notify a supervisor when conditions are unsafe.