Truck Driver - CDL Class A

Truck Driver -- CDL Class A

No Overnight Travel Required

Metals USA is seeking CDL Class A Truck Drivers in Greensboro NC. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center servicing the defense, commercial, construction, aerospace and fabrication industries.

Responsibilities:

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• Drives a 40 foot flatbed truck to transport and deliver materials
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• Maneuvers trucks into loading and unloading positions.
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• Operates company vehicle in a professional, safe and courteous manner and complies with all local, state and federal traffic regulations.
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• Secures loaded cargo into truck; safely load & unload materials using a winch, hoist and/or forklift.
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• Immobilizes or secures cargo on or within a vehicle by the use of tie-downs, chains, benders or straps.
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• Tarps and straps all loads before transport and untarps and unstraps all loads at delivery locations.
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• Inspects and maintains vehicle daily, complete driver's logs and reports in compliance with FMCSR daily.
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• Picks up and accurately delivers merchandise and corresponding paperwork in a timely manner.
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• Ensures customer messages/communications are relayed to appropriate management.
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• Delivers paperwork and communications between Metals USA locations, customers and vendors.
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• Notifies management of product discrepancies or malfunctions, and or personal injuries.
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• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
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• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a CDL Truck Driver.
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• Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
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• Adheres to all company and customer confidentiality requirements.
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• Keeps a clean and well maintained delivery vehicle, internal and external.
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• Performs other related duties as assigned
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Certifications/Licenses:

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• Valid CDL Class A driver's license -- in good standing with the State and Federal Regulatory Agencies
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• Valid OSHA Forklift Certification
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Physical Demands:

Occupation requires physical activity more than 66% of the time (> 5.5 hours per day)

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• Ability to sit constantly
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• Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend, grasp and manipulate controls
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• Arm and hand steadiness
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• Visual acuity (near and far vision) for vehicle navigation
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• Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 -- 100 lbs. with assistance
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• Must use 3 points of contact when entering and exiting the cab of truck
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• Must use 3 points of contact when going up and down the flatbed of truck
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Other Physical Requirements:

Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

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• If required, must wear corrective lenses, in accordance with DOT physical
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• Steel-toed boots
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• Hard hats with the appropriate chin straps' chin straps must be worn at all times in the warehouse.
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• Protective eyewear
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• Hand protection -- gloves
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• Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program
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Work Environment:

May be exposed to some of the following working conditions.

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• Drive an enclosed truck on a daily basis
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• Work outdoors while loading and unloading
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• Work indoors while driving in cab or filling out paperwork
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• Exposure to all environmental weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, precipitation and snow
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• Exposure to contaminants, such as diesel fuel or exhaust fumes
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• Exposure to road hazards while driving
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• Moderate to loud noise levels
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• Full body vibration when driving a truck
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• Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles
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• Exposure to bright or dim lighting conditions: dawn or dusk, day or night
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• High School Graduate or Equivalent
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• CDL Class A License -- current and in good standing
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• Must have heavy hauling experience; 3-5 years driving experience transporting heavy industrial loads
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• Must be able to pass a DOT physical & random screen in accordance with FMCS regulations
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Metals USA offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth.

Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.

"Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability."