Truck Driver (Houston)

Hauling Operations Driver

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.

• 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.
• Care for Equipment: Keep trucks, trailers, and gear clean, organized, and well-maintained.

Qualifications

• 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

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience hauling structural steel or construction materials
• Experience training or mentoring other drivers
• Basic commercial-vehicle maintenance skills

About Patriot Erectors, LLC

Patriot Erectors is a full-service, AISC-Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC-Certified Advanced Steel Erector. Since 1991, from our modern 60,000-square-foot facility just west of Austin, Texas, we’ve fabricated and erected structural steel for complex buildings and non-building structures — with a relentless focus on quality, safety, and pride in every project.

We’re a people-first company built on five values we call STEEL — Safety, Teamwork, Ethics, Enthusiasm, and Leadership. Our vision: Recognize a Need & Fulfill It.

Haul the steel that builds Texas. Every beam we raise rides on your trailer first. We’re looking for an experienced flatbed pro who chains, straps, and tarps a load the right way, runs a clean inspection every time, and takes pride in delivering steel safely — for a company that treats drivers like the professionals they are.

Steady steel freight, not load-board roulette. You’ll haul for our own shop and our own projects — consistent, dedicated work for a company that’s been building Texas since 1991.

Safety is value #1. The first letter in our STEEL values is Safety. We run legal, we maintain our equipment, and we never push drivers past the rules.

Benefits drivers rarely see. Free, confidential mental-health support (Nivati EAP) for you and your family, Blue Points wellness rewards, pet insurance, a 401(k) match, and the Craig Cobb College Scholarship.

Your experience leads. You’ll train and mentor new CDL drivers — we hire professionals and treat them like it.

A stable, growing company. Dual AISC certification and divisions across Texas — your seat isn’t going anywhere but forward.

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

Time Off & Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Leave-of-absence programs (administered through Tilt)

Family & Wellness

• 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

Career Growth

• Continuous learning, including Udemy training courses
• Ledership training
• AISC membership for Patriot employees — tap every resource the industry offers

Community

• We give back through community initiatives and support employees who volunteer

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is: 21 - 24 USD per hour (Houston Shop)

Location

Shop
Tomball, TX