CDL Class A - San Antonio
About The Position
The Tractor-Trailer Driver safely and efficiently delivers materials between locations and to customers in a timely and professional manner. The role operates a semi-truck in compliance with state and federal transportation laws, DOT regulations, company rules, traffic laws, and safety requirements. Drivers inspect their vehicles, secure and transport cargo, assist with loading and unloading, complete required records and delivery paperwork, and coordinate with branch, sales, warehouse, and fleet staff. The position also involves frequent travel and physical work, including lifting and moving materials and working in varied Texas weather conditions. The listed duties describe the general nature of the position and are not exhaustive; other related tasks may be assigned.
Requirements
- Be at least 25 years old to operate equipment for insurance purposes.
- Hold a valid, required commercial driver's license (CDL).
- Pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state transportation regulations.
- Have a clean driving record with no moving violations.
- Have experience operating warehouse equipment.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills and communicate professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
- Remain focused in a busy environment and professional and courteous at all times.
- Have good organizational and time management skills.
- Be able to sit for prolonged periods in a trailer cab, lift and move up to 80 pounds, travel frequently, and squat, twist, reach, and stand or walk for an entire workday.
- Be able to work in Texas weather, including heat, cold, dust, and rain.
Responsibilities
- Understand PMI Pipe Steel & Supplies' mission statement.
- Drive vehicles with a gross combined vehicle weight over 26,000 pounds, or where the GVWR of the vehicle(s) towed exceeds 10,000 pounds.
- Operate a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
- Transport loads safely and on time over required routes, obeying traffic laws and safety regulations and adjusting driving to weather and road conditions.
- Ensure the trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit.
- Maneuver the truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas and follow loading crew signals.
- Assist with loading or load and unload goods and materials using specialized equipment when warranted; unload empty skids and return equipment to its designated area.
- Position blocks and secure cargo with tie ropes or straps.
- Collect and verify delivery instructions.
- Communicate with the branch manager, sales staff, and warehouse manager as needed.
- Complete required inventory, vehicle, or delivery logs.
- Inspect the vehicle at the beginning and end of each workday.
- Maintain signed invoices, bills of lading, and other required paperwork, and deliver documentation to the shipping office or appropriate staff after completing the route.
- Coordinate routine truck service with the SEFF Coordinator, including checks of oil, water, gasoline, and tire pressure.
- Immediately report maintenance defects or malfunctions, accidents, and violations to the SEFF Coordinator.
- Track and report working hours using a FleetMatics tablet.
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimal loading patterns.
- Follow company rules and regulations, comply with DOT regulations, and prioritize safety.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- HSA plan with select medical plans
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Paid time off (PTO) after 90 days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
