Hours:

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, no nights/weekends

Summary:

CW Metals is a leading metal purchaser and processor in Minnesota, offering steady growth and long-term career opportunities for CDL drivers. Our safety-first culture is top priority with thorough inspections, and a strong focus on safe driving practices. Our drivers enjoy consistent, hourly-based wages. We reward hard work and provide a supportive environment where you can build a lasting career. As a Local CDL Driver, you'll operate a variety of heavy-duty trucks, including 53' vans, roll-offs, end dumps, flatbeds, and luggers, to transport recycled metal between customer sites, industrial facilities, and our processing yards. You'll be responsible for ensuring each load is safe, secure, and compliant with DOT regulations while maintaining a high standard of communication, professionalism, and care on the road.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prioritize safety above all. Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is DOT compliant and ready for the road. Operate trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 26,000 lbs. or more, including end dumps, flatbeds, luggers, roll-offs, and 53' dry vans. Navigate local and in-state routes efficiently using GPS and dispatcher guidance—no overnight hauls. Ensure all loads are secure, correctly placed, and compliant with safety standards; perform safe and efficient unloading of materials. Accurately collect and deliver paperwork and electronic records to ensure a smooth transfer of materials from customer sites to our facility. Communicate clearly with dispatch via radio and mobile tools regarding route changes, job site conditions, and delivery timelines. Maintain electronic driver logs (ELDs), track hours, and comply with all DOT regulations and company procedures. Represent the company with professionalism at every stop—drivers are the frontline of our customer relationships. Perform general yard duties as needed and assist with clean-up and shutdown procedures to ensure the site is secure and ready for the next shift. Carry out other duties as assigned, always upholding operational excellence and commitment to safety Skills and Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Valid Class

A CDL 1-3

years of experience operating commercial vehicles in the scrap or recycling industry strongly preferred. Familiar with hauling scrap metal using various truck types: end dumps, roll-offs, flatbeds, luggers, and 53' vans. Confident operating both manual and automatic transmissions. Current DOT medical card and clean MVR required. Must pass a company driving test and pre-employment drug screening.

• Dependable, team-oriented, and committed to working safely and efficiently. Physical Demands & Work Environment The work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position requires the physical ability to safely operate and inspect heavy-duty vehicles in an outdoor industrial environment. Drivers must be able to climb safely in and out of commercial trucks multiple times per shift, secure, tarp, and occasionally assist with loading and unloading materials, lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs as needed. This position also requires the successful candidate to tolerate exposure to outdoor elements including heat, cold, rain, and snow, sit for extended periods while driving and maintain focus over long distances, and perform tasks that require bending, kneeling, reaching, and walking on uneven terrain.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Safety equipment provided Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

Company driver

Trucking Route:

Local Work Days:

Monday to

Friday Weekdays Work Location:

In person