Class A Flatbed Truck Driver

About the Role

We are seeking a Class A Flatbed Truck Driver to join our team. Our local flatbed routes operate primarily between Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and the Youngstown/Sharon areas. Our regional flatbed drivers run to Chicago on a regular basis, with additional regular runs to IN and MI, and occasional runs to NC and AR. Longer runs may be available from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the securement and safe transportation of cargo from point of pick-up to the designated point of delivery
• Operate trucks with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds per gross vehicle weight
• Operate and maintain Elog device and meet all D.O.T. 70 hour service requirements
• Follow rules/regulations in loading, unloading, securement of cargo and proper tarping of any commodity loaded on a flatbed trailer
• Follow all D.O.T. rules and R-K-Campf policies concerning the use of chains, binders, tarps and straps
• Maneuver and control the truck/trailer in a safe manner, including handling parking at our facility, pickup and delivery locations, over-the-road situations and other stops
• Exhibit proper signaling, control speed as well as speed for conditions (wet, dry, snow, or ice), drive defensively while searching for hazards, and drive at nighttime as well as daytime conditions
• Safely meet all assigned pick-up and delivery schedules
• Complete paperwork and signed Bill of Lading for each load delivered
• Turn in necessary paperwork on a weekly basis
• Work safely outdoors in all kinds of weather
• Responsible for fueling, lubricating, light duty servicing of assigned equipment and keeping windows washed
• Constantly monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion
• Follow all applicable traffic laws
• Perform thorough Pre/Post Trip inspections daily
• Follow all accident procedures if an accident occurs
• Maintain a state of cleanliness for the inside and outside of the vehicle
• Be patient and respectful when picking up, delivering and during all interaction while on duty with the public and internal company personnel
• Report serious mechanical problems to appropriate personnel
• Plan routes using maps and/or GPS

Requirements

• Must be at least 25 years old
• Must have a current, valid Class "A" commercial driver's license with a clear MVR, or no more than 1 accident or minor traffic infraction on current MVR
• Must have at least 2 years of verifiable Class A FLATBED driving experience
• Prefer 2 years Coil experience
• Must occasionally lift and carry around 100 pounds
• Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, lift overhead, work at heights, walk/work in rough terrain in order to access equipment, tools, material and job site
• Perform all job functions in a safe manner to avoid personal injury and equipment damage

Benefits

• Starting percentage is 25% of 100% of the line haul or 24% if hired into our training program, pay increases with longevity
• Average Pay of $60,000 - $110,000 per year depending on work ethic, business conditions and lanes of travel
• Vacation Pay: one week after first year, two weeks after two years, three weeks after five years (weeks not to be taken together)
• Medical Insurance available after 60 days
• Paid Life Insurance
• $200 for each Clean Roadside Inspection
• Company Drivers paid every Friday, Owner Operators paid every Tuesday (Direct Deposit Available)
• Late Model Equipment
• Disability Benefit (through Aflac) after one year
• Additional Aflac Packages available
• $2,000 Referral Bonus
• Team environment
• Excellent on-site maintenance and roadside support 24/7
• REGIONAL FLATBED drivers are home every weekend and usually a couple times during the week
• LOCAL FLATBED drivers are home every night and weekends
• Paid Major Holidays
• Assigned Trucks - No Slip Seating
• Annual Retention Bonus
• Medical Insurance - only $50 per week cost for driver (dependent coverage additional cost)