Truck Driver, Tandem - Columbia, TN, United States - Samuel, Son & Co.

Description

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 167 years of success in the metals industry.

We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work.

If you're seeking an inclusive, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen.

• Visually inspect truck / trailer for any issues that would compromise safe transport of vehicle and or material
• Inspect loading of material for visual damage and placement on unit / trailer; provide feedback to loading personnel for continuous improvement
• Secure material to unit / trailer for safe transport ensuring all DOT type regulations are either met or exceeded
• Deliver said material to designated customer(s) based on manifest and driving route
• Observe customer unloading to ensure it is done properly and material is not damaged in any way (theirs or another customer's)
• Ensure documentation is properly signed for by the customer
• Perform material pickup(s) as required based on information provided with manifest(s) and or other documentation
• Upon return to the facility, stage vehicle for next day's activities ensuring that one last vehicle inspection is performed for safe transport
• Process all paperwork to the appropriate, designated person in the office
• All other duties as assigned.

• Current Commercial Driver's License (Class A CDL)
• Current DOT physical
• Has knowledge of, and conforms to all rules and regulations, found in the DOT Handbook
• Capable of accurately completing a Daily Driver's log and or electronic equivalent
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the DOT 60 hour / 7-day rule - 3 years' experience with flatbed truck loading, securing and unloading
• Capable of reading, writing and speaking the English language
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. (22.7kg) maximum occasionally with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. (11.3kg)
• 2-3+ years of proven Commercial Driving experience (48 or 53' tractor trailer combinations)
• 6 months to 1+ year of Flatbed/Conestoga experience an asset
• Steel, OR Heavy Haul, OR Oversized Freight experience an asset
• Valid Class A CDL
• Knowledgeable and experienced in Load Securement (strapping, chaining, tarping)
• Knowledge of FMCSA and State D.O.T

• Local mile radius, start and finish in Toledo, OH)
• 10-12-hour days
• Monday-Friday
• Home Every Night
• Paid Hourly
• Paid Direct Deposit, Weekly
• Benefits and 401K starting 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

• Dedicated Tractor and Conestoga Trailer
• NO TARPING
• Newer and well-maintained Equipment
• Steady, Year-Round Work
• In-house Carrier Environment