Driver

SA Recycling•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

SA Recycling has multiple openings for experienced Class A truck drivers in the Knoxville metropolitan area. Our drivers are the face of the Company and safely transport metals for recycling from supplier locations to our processing facilities. We operate semi and straight chassis trucks utilizing dump bodies, flat beds, dry vans, roll-off boxes, lugger boxes and three-sided car trailers. The standard working hours for this position range from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday, with overtime and Saturdays as needed. Runs are local routes and drivers are home each night. PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified). All US Driver applicants must be 21 years of age or older.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License; heavy haul, roll-off and end-dump trailer experience a plus.
Three (3) plus years’ commercial driving experience.
Minimum 21 years old.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical, meet all qualifications of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and pass a background check.
Must be registered in Clearinghouse as required by FMCSR.
Candidates may not have more than two (2) moving violations within the past two (2) years for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
heavy haul, roll-off and end-dump trailer experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for pre and post trip inspections of all tractors and trailers in accordance with DOT regulations.
Transport and deliver materials from suppliers to SA Recycling facilities as directed by dispatch.
Secure all cargo for transport using chains, straps, binders, and/or tarps.
Communicate any safety or equipment issues with management.
Operate effectively and safely on all staging areas, parking surfaces, and roads.
Maintain all required logs of working hours and vehicle service and repair status.