CDL Class A Local Truck Driver - Day Shift (Mon-Fri) - Home Daily

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm, no nights/weekends Summary : Wadena Iron & Metal is a leading metal recycling company in Minnesota. We reward hard work and provide a supportive environment where you can build a lasting career. Our safety-first culture is top priority with thorough inspections, and a strong focus on safe driving practices. This is a minimal-touch freight position. Our drivers enjoy hourly-based pay with stable year-round schedules and no nights or weekends. As a Local CDL Driver, you’ll operate a variety of heavy-duty trucks, including 53’ vans, roll-offs, end dumps, flatbeds, and luggers to transport recycled metal between customer sites, industrial facilities, and our processing yards. You’ll be responsible for ensuring each load is safe, secure, and compliant with DOT regulations while maintaining a high standard of communication, professionalism, and care on the road. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prioritize safety above all. Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is DOT compliant and ready for the road. Operate trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 26,000 lbs. or more, including end dumps, flatbeds, luggers, roll-offs, and 53’ dry vans. Secure, tarp, and occasionally assist with loading and unloading materials Navigate local and in-state routes efficiently using GPS and dispatcher guidance—no overnight hauls. Ensure all loads are secure, correctly placed, and compliant with safety standards; perform safe and efficient unloading of materials. Accurately collect and deliver paperwork and electronic records to ensure a smooth transfer of materials from customer sites to our facility. Communicate clearly with dispatch via radio and mobile tools regarding route changes, job site conditions, and delivery timelines. Maintain electronic driver logs (ELDs), track hours, and comply with all DOT regulations and company procedures. Represent the company with professionalism at every stop—drivers are the frontline of our customer relationships. Carry out other duties as assigned, always upholding a clean work environment and commitment to safety. Skills & Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. High School diploma Valid Class A CDL 1–3 years of experience operating commercial vehicles in the scrap or recycling industry strongly preferred Familiar with hauling scrap metal using various truck types: end dumps, roll-offs, flatbeds, luggers, and 53’ vans Confident operating both manual and automatic transmissions Current DOT medical card and clean MVR required Physically capable of climbing, securing loads, and working in outdoor environments year-round. Must pass a company driving test and pre-employment drug screening. Dependable, team-oriented, and committed to working safely and efficiently. Physical Demands & Work Environment The work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential The work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position requires the physical ability to safely operate and inspect heavy-duty vehicles in an outdoor industrial environment. Drivers must be able to climb safely in and out of commercial trucks multiple times per shift, secure, tarp, and oc…

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