What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL A Flatbed Driver (Local) - $3000 Sign-On position at Kloeckner?
Job Summary
This position is accountable for the safe, effective and efficient transportation of steel service center products and goods as directed by the Traffic Manager.
- This position is local only, allowing you to be home at night!
Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
- CDL Compliance: Meet and maintain all requirements related to holding a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within established time limits
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all State and Federal Highway Rules and Regulations
- Load Management: Ensure proper loading and placement of product, including weight distribution, prior to transport
- Load Security: Secure each load effectively to prevent shifting or damage during transport
- Product Protection: Protect products from damage, including weather conditions, during transportation
- Fleet Maintenance: Inspect fleet equipment to ensure it is in good working order and kept clean during use
- Technology Utilization: Support the use of new technology and innovative equipment installed in trucks
- Professionalism: Maintain a professional, polite, and efficient demeanor with customers, co-workers, supervisors, customs officials, law officers, and the general public
- Safe Driving: Employ safe driving practices at all times
- Unloading Preparation: Prepare materials for unloading at the destination and supervise the unloading process
- Incident Reporting: Immediately report any problems or accidents to the Traffic Manager and appropriate Law Enforcement Officials
- Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned
- Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
- Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks
Qualifications
- Education: High School diploma or GED
- Age Requirement: At least 21 years old
- CDL: Must have a CDL with proper endorsements
- Driving Record: Safe driving record required
- DOT Requirements: Must pass DOT physical exam and drug test; subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Experience: Minimum of 6 months verifiable experience driving Class A vehicles. Drivers with 6 months but less than 2 years of experience will need to complete the “Gearing Up” program before driving alone
Program ‘Gearing Up’:
- Competency Test: Complete and pass 20 JJ Keller online classes
- Ride-Along: Participate in a 1-week ride-along with a rotation of current drivers and delivery routes, including a low-speed driving skills examination on company property
- Field Training: Complete a 30-day field training program driving with an experienced driver, covering city, rural, and interstate routes. A third-party firm may be used for training at local management's discretion
- Check Rides: Pass two check rides (one with a supervisor) covering ELD operation, pre-trip inspections (DVIR), cargo securement, turning and backing, and driving in various conditions
- Probationary Period: Upon successful completion of check rides, the driver will enter a 3-month probationary period before normal driving operations
Benefits
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Driver Safety Bonus
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Wellness Stipend
- Paid Life insurance
- Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Adoption Assistance (Financial)
- Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
- Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount
- Tuition reimbursement