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CDL A Flatbed Driver

Kloeckner
Full-time
On-site
Houston, Texas, United States
Transportation & Logistics

Job Summary

This position is accountable for the safe, effective and efficient transportation of steel service center products and goods as directed by the Traffic Manager.

Job Responsibilities

  • CDL Compliance: Meet and maintain all requirements related to holding a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within established time limits
  • Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all State and Federal Highway Rules and Regulations
  • Load Management: Ensure proper loading and placement of product, including weight distribution, prior to transport
  • Load Security: Secure each load effectively to prevent shifting or damage during transport
  • Product Protection: Protect products from damage, including weather conditions, during transportation
  • Fleet Maintenance: Inspect fleet equipment to ensure it is in good working order and kept clean during use
  • Technology Utilization: Support the use of new technology and innovative equipment installed in trucks
  • Professionalism: Maintain a professional, polite, and efficient demeanor with customers, co-workers, supervisors, customs officials, law officers, and the general public
  • Safe Driving: Employ safe driving practices at all times
  • Unloading Preparation: Prepare materials for unloading at the destination and supervise the unloading process
  • Incident Reporting: Immediately report any problems or accidents to the Traffic Manager and appropriate Law Enforcement Officials
  • Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
  • Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

Qualifications

  • Education: High School diploma or GED
  • Age Requirement: At least 21 years old
  • CDL: Must have a CDL with proper endorsements
  • Driving Record: Safe driving record required
  • DOT Requirements: Must pass DOT physical exam and drug test; subject to random drug and alcohol testing
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 months verifiable experience driving Class A vehicles. Drivers with 6 months but less than 2 years of experience will need to complete the β€œGearing Up” program before driving alone

Program β€˜Gearing Up’:

  1. Competency Test: Complete and pass 20 JJ Keller online classes
  2. Ride-Along: Participate in a 1-week ride-along with a rotation of current drivers and delivery routes, including a low-speed driving skills examination on company property
  3. Field Training: Complete a 30-day field training program driving with an experienced driver, covering city, rural, and interstate routes. A third-party firm may be used for training at local management's discretion
  4. Check Rides: Pass two check rides (one with a supervisor) covering ELD operation, pre-trip inspections (DVIR), cargo securement, turning and backing, and driving in various conditions
  5. Probationary Period: Upon successful completion of check rides, the driver will enter a 3-month probationary period before normal driving operations