Truck Driver

simsmetalm • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Truck Driver is responsible for safely transporting metal materials, roll-off containers, and equipment between customer sites, suppliers, and the recycling yard. This role requires operating Class A commercial vehicles in an industrial environment while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, company safety standards, and operational schedules.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience operating tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, dump trucks, or similar commercial vehicles.
• Must possess a current, clean or acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol screening requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial driving safety standards.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor, industrial, and heavy-equipment environments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to safety, detail, and regulatory compliance.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Experience hauling scrap metal, roll-off containers, or industrial materials strongly preferred.
• Prior experience packaging and preparing loose freight for transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles (including tractor-trailers, dump trailers, and roll-off trucks) to transport scrap metal and related materials between customer locations, processing facilities, and transfer yards.
• Review daily schedules and routing to ensure accuracy, material requirements, and supply needs.
• Ensure all required supplies, equipment, and documentation are secured on the vehicle prior to departing the yard.
• Load, unload, tarp, and secure materials safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs, safety concerns, or incidents promptly.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, route sheets, bills of lading, scale tickets, and electronic or manual records.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, logistics, yard personnel, and customers throughout assigned routes, including end-of-stop updates.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized vehicle at all times.
• Adhere strictly to DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies, including yard-specific safety procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with basic yard operations as needed, such as spotter duties, equipment movement, or material staging.
• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company.
• Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment.
• We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees