Truck Driver CDL-A

CDL Class A Driver

Cooksey Steel has an immediate opening for a CDL Class A Driver at the Tifton, GA location. The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for operating and transporting cargo (steel products) to suppliers, customers, storage, or processing locations in a professional, safe and timely manner in accordance with all local, state and federal ordinances and laws.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

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

Metals USA offers a competitive starting salary and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth.

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

CDL Driver

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 18 years of age
• CDL Class A License -- current and in good standing
• Must have heavy hauling experience
• 3- 5 years driving experience transporting heavy industrial loads
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and random screens in accordance with FMCS regulations
• Must have attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate professional & diplomacy at all times.
• Must have mechanical skills
• Must be proficient with Computer Literacy to include GPS and Electronic Daily Log system.
• Must represent the Company with strong customer service/relations aptitude
• Valid CDL Class A driver's license -- in good standing with the State and Federal Regulatory Agencies
• Valid OSHA Forklift Certification
• Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen