CDL A - Commercial Vehicle Operator

The CDL A Truck Driver is responsible for safe, professional delivery of structural steel throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Region.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The home base for this position will be in York and will have regular deliveries expected between York and Hanover facilities.
• Safe and professional operation of a Tractor Trailer with a Flatbed Trailer (45', 48', 53', or Stretch), straight truck, or other vehicles to haul steel and equipment.
• Properly secure loads using chains, binders, and straps to ensure stability during transport.
• Physically load and unload materials from trucks, trailers, shop floors, and ground using manual lifting, forklifts, or overhead cranes.
• Coordinate with shipping and receiving for daily deliveries and pickups.
• Plan routes and delivery schedules to meet deadlines while following all DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Driver's Log, Safety Reports, and other required documents per state and federal regulations.
• Ensure all freight documents are signed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any mechanical issues, defects, accidents, or violations to the appropriate personnel.
• Drivers are responsible for performing minor preventive maintenance and ensuring proper maintenance of vehicles; including refueling, cleaning, and minor repairs, takes place as needed on their trucks and trailers.
• Maintain professional communication with dispatchers, customers, and team members.
• Assist the team in other non-driving-related tasks when deliveries are not needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Minimum 5 years of commercial truck driving experience (preferred).
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Demonstrated expertise in DOT safety procedures, load securement practices, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and lawful transportation operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound safety judgements.
• Experience delivering to construction jobsites is preferred.
• Experience hauling stretch and wide loads is not required but a plus.
• Knowledge of securing structural steel, stairs, and rails is a plus.
• Ability to work overtime and on Saturdays as required.
• Ability to stay out of town on occasion.
• Must pass a pre-employment DOT physical and DOT drug/alcohol test.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Hanover Iron Works, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Hanover Iron Works, Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.