Local Driver (Class A)
About The Position
Triple-S Steel is seeking a local Class A driver for its location at 5618 N. David Ave., Lubbock, TX 79403. The role transports steel and other merchandise on a flatbed truck up to 53 feet. Drivers go home every day and work daytime hours; overtime is available. The position is not seasonal and offers job stability and weekly pay. Trucks are Peterbilt models less than six years old. Triple-S Steel is a general line service center with a special emphasis on construction markets. Founded as a small family retail operation in Houston, the business has grown over more than 60 years to serve markets across North America, Central and South America, and Asia, selling more than 500,000 tons per year. Its family of companies includes Beshert Steel, Tube Supply, Arbor/Metals, and Intsel Steel. The company describes itself as a family business that takes care of its employees like family.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of Class A driving experience.
- No major moving violations in the last 2 years.
- Valid Class A CDL and flexibility to drive both standard and automatic transmissions.
- At least 1 year of flatbed experience.
- Knowledge of securing all types of flatbed freight with chains, binders, and straps.
Nice To Haves
- Recent experience pulling 53-foot flatbed trailers and driving 3-axle conventional sleeper trucks.
- Oversized-load experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate a flatbed truck up to 53 feet to transport steel and merchandise.
- Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
- Inspect loads to ensure cargo is secure and notify the warehouse if a load must be rebuilt for safety.
- Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine their quantities and condition.
- Secure cargo for transport using blocks, chains, binders, or tarps.
- Follow appropriate safety procedures when transporting oversized loads.
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, follow signals from the loading crew, and check that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Use truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or GPS equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
- Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
- Check trailers after unloading to ensure their contents have not caused damage.
- Check that vehicles' mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment are in good working order.
- Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle damage.
- Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid and making minor repairs.
- Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with dependents and domestic partners eligible.
- 401(k) with up to 4% matching.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Bonus and profit-sharing eligibility.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Voluntary life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Driver referral bonus program.
- Weekly pay.
- Overtime available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
