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OmniSource

Processes, recycles, and trades scrap metal

Truck Driver

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVinton, VA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Two years of verifiable tractor/trailer experience, or one year of tractor/trailer experience with a graduation certificate from an accredited tractor/trailer driving school.
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret English sufficiently to communicate with law enforcement and company personnel and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Working knowledge of vehicle safety control systems.
  • Ability to perform simple math calculations to handle receipts, maintain logs, and read road maps and instructions.
  • Knowledge of U.S. Department of Transportation regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, and inspection maintenance.
  • Must meet requirements regarding reference checks, driving records, and company policy procedures.
  • Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
  • Must pass a Federal Department of Transportation drug screen.

Responsibilities

  • Drive a diesel-powered truck and trailer combination to pick up, transport, and deliver scrap metal safely and on time, focusing on safety and customer service.
  • Hook and unhook trailers from the tractor using the cranking lever to raise and lower semi-trailer landing gear.
  • Inspect the truck and trailer for defects and ensure they are in safe operating condition before, during, and after trips; submit a written condition report at the end of each day or when switching equipment if repairs are required.
  • Check shipping paperwork to determine the nature of the load.
  • Drive to and from destinations in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies, maneuvering at varying speeds in difficult situations such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, and tight loading and unloading areas.
  • Ensure required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments upon delivery.
  • Maintain records required for regulatory compliance, including driver logs, fuel purchases, mileage, and other company-required records.
  • Accurately complete daily paperwork related to truck operation and scrap movement.
  • Perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and comply with federal and state regulations for safe commercial motor vehicle operation.
  • Report accidents involving the driver or company equipment and highway safety hazards noted along the route.
  • Promptly report delays caused by breakdowns, weather, traffic, or other emergencies relating to product pickup or delivery.
  • Represent the company and trucking industry professionally through responsible driving and customer service.

About the Company

OmniSource

Processes, recycles, and trades scrap metal

OmniSource collects, processes, and resells scrap and secondary metals across North America. It operates more than 70 collection and processing facilities, including 11 high-capacity shredders, and uses a fleet of trucks, railcars, and barges to gather metal before processing and selling it. The company also runs a national brokerage and trading operation that provides market insights and secures metals through partnerships with industrial generators. Each year it handles about 7 million tons of ferrous scrap and over a billion pounds of nonferrous metals, aiming to turn scrap into usable materials at scale and to support customers with customized recycling programs and supply-chain services.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$1B
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, IN
Founded
1943

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