CDL Class A Flatbed Truck Driver
18 days ago
Portland
Job Description CDL Class A Flatbed Truck Driver Department: Fleet Operations Reports to: Dispatch and Logistics Coordinator or Manager About Bob’s Metals Bob’s Metals, Inc. is a local, family-owned company providing high-quality scrap metal recycling services to industrial, manufacturing, and service businesses throughout the Pacific Northwest. We use modern equipment and proven processes to sort, cut, shear, bale, and prepare scrap metal for reuse by steel mills and foundries. We are committed to safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible metal recycling. Our ideal candidate is customer-focused, friendly, organized, responsive, accurate, resourceful, and adaptable. You should apply if you want to work in a fast-paced industrial environment while helping preserve resources for the future. Position Overview The CDL Class A Flatbed Truck Driver is responsible for safely operating company semi-tractors and flatbed trailers. The position primarily handles pickups and deliveries of scrap metal, machinery, containers, and other materials to and from customer, supplier, and recycling locations. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, with eight-hour shifts assigned by management. Overtime and occasional Saturday work may be required based on business needs. Some routes may require overnight accommodations to comply with FMCSA hours-of-service requirements. Primary Responsibilities • Safely operate company semi-tractors and flatbed trailers., • Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checking fluids, tires, brakes, lights, securement equipment, and other vehicle components., • Prepare the truck and trailer at the end of each shift for the next day’s hauling schedule., • Check for flat tires, damage, and other visible concerns at the end of each shift., • Immediately report all mechanical issues or vehicle damage, regardless of severity, to the appropriate supervisor., • Keep the truck and trailer clean, organized, and free of dirt and trash. Smoking is not permitted in or around company vehicles., • Inspect flatbed trailers before and after each load and ensure they are swept, cleaned, and ready for use., • Properly secure all loads using the appropriate straps, chains, binders, tarps, blocking, or other required securement equipment., • Inspect all load securement before leaving a location and as required during transport., • Carry a hands-free cell phone while working, including when away from the truck. Answer calls when it is safe to do so and promptly respond to missed calls or messages., • Use a two-way radio while operating within the main facility to communicate with drivers, yard personnel, and other employees., • Assist other Bob’s Metals drivers when they encounter difficulty on the road, at a customer location, at a scrap yard, or within our facility., • Maintain required hauling documentation and provide copies to customers or suppliers when appropriate., • Refuse to haul any load that appears unsafe or contains suspected hazardous material. Contact a supervisor before discussing the issue with the customer or supplier., • Before leaving a location, inspect the truck, trailer, load, and surrounding area to confirm it is safe to depart and that no loose debris could fall or blow off during transport., • Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety requirements. Maintenance Responsibilities • Complete and document daily vehicle inspections., • Report maintenance needs promptly through the company’s established reporting process., • Coordinate with and assist onsite mechanics when applicable. Additional Responsibilities • Assist with general yard duties when no driving assignments are available., • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Abilities • Communicate with customers, suppliers, vendors, and co-workers in a positive, professional, and informed manner., • Understand and follow flatbed load-securement requirements., • Safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including climbing, bending, throwing securement straps, handling chains and binders, lifting up to 50 pounds, and sitting or standing for eight or more hours per day., • Work independently while remaining responsive to dispatch and operational needs. Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED required., • Completion of a certified truck-driving school required., • At least three years of experience operating semi-tractors with flatbed trailers preferred., • Experience securing scrap metal, machinery, containers, or other irregular loads preferred., • Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, wholesale, or scrap-metal recycling environment preferred. Licenses and Certifications • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License., • Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Bob’s Metals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. \nCompany Description Company Overview: Bob’s Metals, Inc. provides high quality scrap metal recycling services to industrial, manufacturing and service industries throughout the Pacific Northwest region. Our company utilizes state-of-the-art equipment including material handlers with grapples and magnets, forklifts, mobile shears, balers, and metallurgical analyzers to recycle scrap material effectively. Scrap metal is processed by sorting, cutting, torching, shearing, and baling. Our company has a strong commitment to efficient and environmentally friendly processing of metals to specific size, density and quality that is preferred by steel mills and foundries for melting in the production of new finished products. Company Overview:\r\nBob’s Metals, Inc. provides high quality scrap metal recycling services to industrial, manufacturing and service industries throughout the Pacific Northwest region. Our company utilizes state-of-the-art equipment including material handlers with grapples and magnets, forklifts, mobile shears, balers, and metallurgical analyzers to recycle scrap material effectively. Scrap metal is processed by sorting, cutting, torching, shearing, and baling. Our company has a strong commitment to efficient and environmentally friendly processing of metals to specific size, density and quality that is preferred by steel mills and foundries for melting in the production of new finished products.
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