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Eastern Metal Supply
Truck Driver - CDL Class A
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$33,546 / year median in Florida
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Position Summary The CDL Class A Truck Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of metal and aluminum products to customers. This includes loading and securing materials, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, maintaining DOT logs, and ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and company regulations. Drivers must communicate with dispatch, warehouse teams, and customers to ensure deliveries and exceptional service. Essential Duties/Responsibilities The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee with this job title.
- Operate company trucks on public roads to transport, load and unload materials to EMS customers
- Operate vehicle in compliance with all local, state, federal and company driving regulations
- Backup trucks safely, navigate narrow passages, and maintain control in varying road conditions, including wet or icy highways
- Complete logbooks and vehicle inspection reports in accordance with DOT standards
- Inspect required equipment (brakes, tires, lights, load securement devices, etc.) to ensure safe operating conditions prior to departure
- Review shipping papers to verify load details and special handling requirements
- Ensure loads are properly secured, chained, strapped, and tarped according to DOT cargo-securement standards and company requirements
- Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of the truck
- Wear required PPE/safety equipment when handling materials
- Report delivery issues, damaged goods, or shipment discrepancies immediately
- Keep tarp clean, neat, folded, and secured on trailer
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs