Flatbed Tractor Driver

Knights Companies Inc•Summerville, SC

About The Position

The Sovereign Steel – Flatbed Tractor Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a commercial vehicle with open trailer. Furthermore, they will retrieve and deliver steel products to and from customers as dispatched.

Requirements

Valid Class-A CDL with a minimum of one year of professional driving experience.
Current DOT Physical.
Clean driving record.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Ability to work a variable-hour schedule.
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Ability to sit for long periods, stand, walk, type, carry, kneel, ascend and descent stairs, and bend.
Ability to work primarily indoors with occasional work outdoors in multiple types of weather / environmental conditions.
Ability to complete truck inspections.
Ability to work primarily indoors with occasional work outdoors in multiple types of weather / environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating a flatbed truck preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture while upholding the company’s core values.
Properly securing heavy, high-risk loads like steel beams and rebar using chains, binders, coil racks, and straps.
Ensure safe and efficient delivery of materials to and from destination.
Performing DOT-required pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment safety.
Maintain accurate logs (ELDS), shipping papers, and reporting to dispatch.
Report any truck and/or route issues or incidents to dispatch.
Communicate with shipping and receiving staff during loading/unloading.
Ensure that truck cab is kept clean and tidy at the end of each workday.
Perform other duties as assigned.