Local Driver (Class A)

Triple-S Steel • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Triple-S Steel is hiring a local Class A driver for its Houston location at 8603 Monroe Rd. The role offers daily home time, daytime hours, overtime availability, weekly pay, and job stability. The position is not seasonal. Drivers operate Peterbilt trucks that are less than six years old and transport flatbed freight, including oversized loads when applicable.

Triple-S Steel is a general line service center with a focus on construction markets. Founded in Houston, the family business has operated for over 60 years and sells more than 500,000 tons of product per year. Its family of companies includes Beshert Steel, Tube Supply, Arbor/Metals, and Intsel Steel. The company emphasizes caring for 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; required.
• Knowledge of securing flatbed freight with chains, binders, and straps.

Nice To Haves

• Most recent experience pulling 53-foot flatbed trailers and driving 3-axle conventional sleeper trucks.
• Oversized-load experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 quantities and conditions.
• Secure cargo for transport using blocks, chains, binders, or tarps.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting oversized loads.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, follow loading-crew signals, and check that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Use truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or GPS equipment to exchange information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
• Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Couple or uncouple trailers by adjusting trailer jacks, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
• Inspect trailers after unloading to ensure they have not been damaged.
• Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is 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 state and federal regulations.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, or 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed