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OmniSource

Processes, recycles, and trades scrap metal

Truck Driver

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeToledo, OH, USA$85k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • One year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience and/or verifiable straight-truck experience, or six months of experience with a commercial driver’s license school certification.
  • Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret English sufficiently to communicate with law enforcement and company personnel, and to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Working knowledge of vehicle safety control systems.
  • Ability to perform simple math calculations, handle receipts, maintain logs, and read road maps and instructions.
  • Knowledge of 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 Commercial Driver’s License Class A.
  • Must pass a Federal Department of Transportation drug screen, breath alcohol test, and physical.

Responsibilities

  • Hook and unhook trailers from tractors using the cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear on semi-trailers.
  • Inspect trucks and trailers for defects and ensure they are in safe operating condition before, during, and after trips; submit written condition reports 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 the truck to and from its destination in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies.
  • Use commercial driving skills to maneuver the vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, including heavy traffic, inclement weather, and tight loading and unloading areas.
  • Ensure all required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies the shipment upon delivery.
  • Maintain records required for state and federal compliance, including driver logs, fuel purchases, mileage, and other company-required records.
  • Handle and accurately complete daily paperwork related to truck operation and scrap movement.
  • Perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and comply with state and federal regulations for safe commercial motor vehicle operation.
  • Report all accidents involving the driver or company equipment.
  • Report highway safety hazards observed along the route.
  • Promptly report delays caused by breakdowns, weather, traffic, or other emergencies related to pickup or delivery.
  • Represent the company and trucking industry professionally through responsible driving and customer service.

Desired Qualifications

  • Skill in operating manual transmissions in commercial vehicles, including trucks, trailers, and other heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Previous roll-off or dump trailer experience.

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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