CDL Class A Truck Driver
Kinsley Steel, Inc. · Richmond, VA · 3 days ago
ManagementFull-time
Since 1985, Kinsley Steel has been delivering unmatched quality steel on time and on budget. Our certified and highly-skilled teams specialize in structural steel design, engineering, detailing, fabrication, erection, and retrofit to existing structural members.
Responsibilities
- Safe and professional operation of a Tractor Trailer with a Flatbed Trailer (45', 48', 53', or Stretch), straight truck, or other vehicles to haul steel and equipment.
- Properly secure loads using chains, binders, and straps to ensure stability during transport.
- Physically load and unload materials from trucks, trailers, shop floors, and ground using manual lifting, forklifts, or overhead cranes.
- Coordinate with shipping and receiving for daily deliveries and pickups.
- Plan routes and delivery schedules to meet deadlines while following all DOT regulations and company safety policies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date Driver's Log, Safety Reports, and other required documents per state and federal regulations.
- Ensure all freight documents are signed and submitted in a timely manner.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any mechanical issues, defects, accidents, or violations to the appropriate personnel.
- Perform minor preventive maintenance and ensure proper maintenance of vehicles, including refueling, cleaning, and minor repairs.
- Maintain professional communication with dispatchers, customers, and team members.
- Assist the team in other non-driving-related tasks when deliveries are not needed.
Requirements
- Possess a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Minimum 5 years of commercial truck driving experience (preferred).
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
- Demonstrated expertise in DOT safety procedures, load securement practices, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and lawful transportation operations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound safety judgements.
- Experience delivering to construction jobsites is preferred.
- Experience hauling stretch and wide loads is a plus.
- Knowledge of securing structural steel, stairs, and rails is a plus.
- Ability to work overtime and on Saturdays as required.
- Ability to stay out of town on occasion.
Home base for this position is Richmond, VA.