Job Description

Are you a Class A CDL Driver, looking for stability?Are you looking for a position with NO Overnights?Got what it takes?

Reporting to the Service Center Manager, Merchants Metals, Inc. is searching for a Class A CDL Driver to make local daily runs to big box stores and independent contractors within a two-hour radius of the service center location and perform warehouse and yard activities. The essential function of our Drivers is to provide seamless customer service and product delivery to all assigned accounts.

AREAS THAT PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Perform all duties per company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations for safe commercial motor vehicle operations.
• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including driver’s history of duty status, mileage records, and other records required by law.
• Travel to local areas making deliveries to businesses and residences, applying knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicles at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic and inclement weather. This includes going forward and backing up long distances, around corners, and in and around tight areas. May travel long distances.
• Perform Pre and Post-trip inspections on vehicles and trailers to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order and maintain logs of vehicle services and repair status.
• Follow company reporting procedures for any injuries, vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Follow appropriate company safety procedures and wear all required PPE.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
• Responsible for properly handling and accurately completing all necessary paperwork related to the truck operation and freight movements.
• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers/tablets, CB radios, phones, or global positioning systems (GPS) to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.

Requirements

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Five + years of Class A CDL driving experience
• Must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle
• Minimum of One year of experience operating a flatbed truck
• Knowledge of construction equipment and safe driving procedures
• Experience with strapping/securement
• Registered with FMCSA clearinghouse
• Knowledge of Electronic Logging requirements, GPS systems, and ability to read maps
• Clean driving record and diligent attention to safety

We Are a Team!

Fencing Supply Group (FSG) is the premier wholesale distributor of fencing and outdoor living products and supplies in the United States. Our group of industry-leading companies serve professional contractors who provide new, improvement, repair and access control services across residential, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure end markets. Current FSG companies include ADC Manufacturing, Binford Supply, Capitol Wholesale Fence, Cedar Supply, Fence Supply Inc., Hartford Fence Supply, Merchants Metals, Pro Access Systems, Sharon Fence Distributors, Specialty Fence Wholesale, Specialty Fence Wholesale Jacksonville, and Vinyl By Design, which collectively operate 75 locations in over 30 states.

Benefits? We’ve got you covered!

Merchants Metals employees give a lot, and we offer benefits that fit your needs. We provide industry-leading coverage and benefits to our people and their qualified family members, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents &/or entire Family
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through LiveHealth Online
• Legal Assistance via Legal Shield
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Access Perks – Discounts on products and services with companies nationwide.
• 401k Retirement Program with strong company match

In addition to the benefits program, Merchants Metals also provides employees a competitive wage, career advancement, and training opportunities.