Truck Driver (Dripping Springs)

About the role

Reporting to the Shop Manager at our Houston operation, you’ll be directly responsible for transporting steel and materials to assigned locations — safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with DOT regulations and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Drive: Operate tractor-trailers, flatbeds, and specialized commercial vehicles to deliver steel and materials to shops and jobsites.
• Load & Secure: Load and unload cargo, and chain, strap, and tarp every load the right way to prevent damage in transit.
• Inspect: Run thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections — keep your equipment safe, compliant, and road-ready.
• Stay Compliant: Operate within all federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT and Hours-of-Service rules.
• Document: Complete bills of lading, delivery receipts, and all transportation records accurately.
• Coordinate: Communicate with dispatch, customers, and crews so every delivery lands where and when it’s needed.
• Mentor: Train and guide new CDL drivers on safe driving, securement, regulations, and Patriot standards.
• Care for Equipment: Keep trucks, trailers, and gear clean, organized, and well-maintained.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (additional endorsements may be required or preferred depending on routes)
• 3–5+ years of CDL flatbed driving experience (48′–53′ trailers preferred) with a clean driving record
• Strong working knowledge of DOT, TXDOT, and DPS regulations and Hours-of-Service rules
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to load, secure, and unload cargo, including lifting heavy objects
• OSHA-10 certification

Skills

• Experience hauling structural steel or construction materials (nice-to-have)
• Experience training or mentoring other drivers (nice-to-have)
• Basic commercial-vehicle maintenance skills (nice-to-have)

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus a full benefits package
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Company-paid life & disability insurance
• Supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Quarterly financial-planning webinars
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Leave-of-absence programs (administered through Tilt)
• Comprehensive health coverage — medical, dental, and vision
• Pet insurance
• Nivati EAP — free, confidential mental-health support for employees and their families
• Gym-membership support through affiliated partners
• Blue Points program — rewards for a healthy lifestyle
• Craig Cobb College Scholarship
• Continuous learning, including Udemy training courses
• Leadership training
• AISC membership for Patriot employees
• Community initiatives and support for employee volunteering

Pay

The pay range for this role is $21–$24 per hour (Central Texas Shop).

Schedule

Based at our Houston operation, reporting to the Shop Manager. Home daily on local and regional Texas routes. Hands‑on, physical role: loading, unloading, securement, and heavy lifting are part of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; other duties may be assigned.