CDL Class "A" Truck Driver* - Eastern Metal Supply : Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTIONEastern Metal Supply, Inc.CDL Class A Truck DriverFLSA Status: Hourly/Non-ExemptReports To: Shipping ManagerDepartment: ShippingWhy Work with Eastern Metal Supply* Your effort will help build America! Eastern Metal Supply is one of the largest distributors of custom and standard aluminum extrusions; you will be supplying what is needed for shutters, fences, highway signage and safety materials, marine parts, handrails, doors and windows* Your safety and mental well-being matter to us - experience a positive, active, fast-moving day with supportive co-workers and managers* Paid time off and holidays* We promote from within* Save for the future - participate in our 401(k) with company matching* Reasonably-priced, high-quality health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance* Complimentary life insurance and long-term disability insurancePurpose of PositionUnder general supervision, operate company trucks to deliver our products to customers.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe 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 in the job title:* Operate company trucks on public roads to transport, load and unload material to EMS customers* Operate vehicle in compliance with all local, state, federal and company rules and in accordance with generally accepted practices of safe driving* Complete a driver's logbook and vehicle inspection report according to DOT regulations* Inspect vehicle and required equipment to determine safe operating conditions prior to departure* Review shipping papers for nature of load and special handling requirements if any* Check load to determine if it's properly secured and safe* Backup truck to loading platform; turn narrow corners; negotiate narrow passageways; keep truck and trailer under control particularly on wet or icy highways* Wear safety equipment when handling material* Safely load and unload cargo as required* Maintain the truck in a clean and safe manner* Keep tarp clean, neat, folded, and secured on trailer* Other duties may be assigned to meet business needsEMS Offers:* M-F Schedules* Day Routes* Closed 7 Major Holidays* 13 PTO Days and 1 Floating Holiday* $1,000 Referral Bonus Program* Paid WeeklyQualifications* Class A CDL driver's license* Preferably 3 years of experience driving a 53-foot tractor trailer* No more than one major traffic violation within the past 5 years* Lift and carry heavy material up to 50 lbs.; climb on and off a flatbed trailer* Perform basic math* Read a tape measureWe are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.We are a Drug Free Workplace.