Class A CDL Driver (Home Nightly with Sign-On Incentive)

Structural Component Systems, Inc. is actively seeking a full-time Class A CDL Driver in the Des Moines area to safely deliver building materials and components on flatbeds, step decks and roll-off type trailers. Must be able to occasionally operate a truck mounted forklift and unload products in a safe manner and damage free.

This position works Monday through Friday with no weekends required. We value your personal time - so home every night. Occasional overnights may be suggested. When you do stay overnight, we provide a nice stipend for hotel and meal expenses. Plus, we work hard to be flexible around your schedule, as needed. For example, start times are flexible to your schedule but drivers usually start their day anywhere from 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM. We value safety and operate a well-maintained fleet.

SCS offers a competitive wage starting at $24-$28/hour based on experience with the opportunity for an increase every 6 months, based on performance. Receive $2,000 Hiring Bonus upon hire broken down, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 6 months, $1,000 after one year.

We also offer our full-time employees great benefits and perks including health, dental, & life insurance, a 401(k) option, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays.

ABOUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT SYSTEMS, INC. (SCS)

Structural Component Systems, Inc. (SCS) is an employee-owned company that has been a part of the building industry in the Midwest since 1987. SCS designs and manufactures roof and floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products to provide quality shelter for our nation's homes, businesses, and gathering places.

We value and invest in all 500+ employees. For your hard work and dedication, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and amazing, diverse company culture comprised of a rewarding, safe and enjoyable environment where everyone is considered family.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills:

Valid Class A driver's license
Clean driver's record
Minimum 2 years driving experience, preferably with flatbed trailer
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a regular basis
Good organizational skills, ability to understand, read and write in English.
Ability to pass required DOT physical and drug tests.
Ability to maintain good work attendance.
Positive, self-motivated, can do attitude, and requires very little supervision.
Excellent communication skills with on-site customers

Preferred skills:

High School Diploma or GED
Forklift experience a plus, though not required.
Warehouse experience a plus, though not required.

CDL Driver Job Description

Job Description Basic Functions and Responsibilities

Responsible for safely delivering building materials and components on flatbeds, step decks and roll off type trailers. Must be able to operate a truck mounted forklift and unload products in a safe manner and damage free. Mostly local deliveries with occasional overnight stays.

Essential Functions

Drives safely and obeys all DOT regulations and rules.
Maintains accurate DOT hours of service logs.
Performs pre & post trip inspections.
Conveys loads to their destination in a safe and timely manner.
Inspects load prior to departure - securing with cables, chains, binders and straps.
Assists with loading, unloading of materials and coordinates activities of workers helping to load and unload.
Safe operation of forklift at jobsites.
Ensure that products delivered are damage free - notifies dispatch immediately if damaged.
Checks off all materials on load sheets to ensure all products are delivered.
Takes jobsite photos and forwards to dispatcher.
Positive attitude and courteous behavior to customers and fellow employees is required.
Required to wear Company Personal Protective Equipment while on all job sites if required by jobsite.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis
Must be able to climb into cab, climb on back of trailer to hook up hoses, etc.
Must be able to throw straps to secure loads occasionally

Note: The list of essential functions is not exhaustive. It may be supplemented as necessary from time to time.