The Class A CDL Driver reports to the Facilities & Operations Supervisor,
Dispatcher or the Terminal Operations Supervisor. The Driver is responsible for
driving a tractor trailer combination or truck with a capacity of at least
26,000 GVW to transport and deliver equipment and material to supplier,
customer, storage, or processing locations while ensuring that all of his/her
efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental
standards and all applicable DOT regulations. Duties may include the operation
of one or several types of loading and unloading equipment including but not
limited to pallet jacks, hand trucks, hand lifts, hydraulic lifts, or wheel
loaders. The Tractor Trailer Driver should possess knowledge of automatic
routing equipment, wet systems, relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and
regulations associated with running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving
vehicles.
This position operates under flexible parameters. The primary goal of this
position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the position. Providing the
highest quality product safely, effectively and efficiently decreases accidents
and errors and increase profits.
Essential Functions
Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
* Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and
Environmental standards.
* Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.
Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
* Move freight and materials to and from production areas, loading docks,
delivery vehicles, ships, and containers by hand or using trucks, tractors,
and other equipment.
* Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from
loading crew, checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly
positioned.
* Secure material for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, or covers.
* Receive instructions from dispatch and proceed to location for delivery or
receipt of material.
* Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles to ensure
that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
* Maintain all logs of working hours, vehicle service, and repair status,
adhering to state and federal regulations.
* Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered materials, and check all
documentation to ensure it is complete and accurate.
* Provide backup or assistance throughout the yard as needed or assigned.
Equipment & Maintenance
* Carry needed tools and supplies from storage or trucks, and return them after
use.
* Report all vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages to the
appropriate supervisor.
Internal Control Responsibilities:
Supports the Company's Internal Control process which includes understanding,
communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as
suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to
better relate to the business.
Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of
conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not encompass any supervisory responsibilities.
Interpersonal Contacts:
Direct contact with Facilities & Operations Supervisor, Dispatcher, or Terminal
Operations Supervisor, and operations production employees. Face-to-face and
radio communication required daily.
Job Conditions:
This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards
such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and
scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard. Safety shoes, hearing
protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective
equipment as needed, must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these
hazards. Travel is not required for this position.
Handling multiple issues regarding safety and maintenance increases pressure.
Work load may be unpredictable and pressure can be substantial during peak
times. Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of
work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an
intermittent basis. Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends,
weekdays, and holidays.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions
Ability to: sit constantly; stand and walk frequently on uneven ground and
throughout the yard; lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently; push and pull
occasionally when moving materials; crouch or bend at the knees consistently to
move or access materials or equipment; stoop or bend at the waist consistently
to move materials; reach at arms-length and overhead frequently; twist and turn
at the neck and trunk continually; climb occasionally when obtaining items;
manual dexterity required as Tractor Trailer Driver will handle, grasp, and
manipulate controls and equipment constantly; arm-hand steadiness required
constantly for precision work; communicate by speech and hearing continually.
Visual acuity (near and far vision) needed for vehicular navigation. Mental
dexterity needed as Tractor Trailer Driver will work independently while
demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.
Qualifications:
* Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license
* Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate and ability to obtain a renewed Medical
Examiner’s Certificate
* Twenty-Four (24) months verifiable Class A driving experience within the last
five (5) years
* No more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years
* No more than one (1) preventable accident in the last three (3) years
* Must be registered in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
* Ability to use or learn automated systems for activities such as electronic
logs, training, or others as needed to meet business requirements
* Acceptable PSP Report to include review of type, frequency, and total number
of violations. Special emphasis placed on out of service violations and
crashes.
PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills
required.
All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants
must be 16 years of age or older.
Radius Recycling participates in E-Verify for all U.S. new hires.
An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is
contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and
background check.
All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all
U.S. non-union employees.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the
basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national
origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual
orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local,
state or federal law.