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Kloeckner Metals Corporation CDL A Flatbed Driver - CDLAF003070 in Suwanee, Georgia
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 Gearing Up program before driving alone Program Gearing Up: Competency Test: Complete and pass 20 JJ Keller online classes 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 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 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 Probationary Period: Upon successful completion of check rides, the driver will enter a 3-month probationary period before normal driving operations
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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