Driver, CDL A - Trucking

Job Description: Military Veterans and National Guard Reservists are encouraged to apply! The Basics: Location: Detroit, MI Days/Hours:Sunday 6 p.m. – Thursday 6 a.m. (Every other Friday) Equipment Used: Class A Tractor-Trailers, Belly Dump Trailers, End Dump Trailers Material Handled: Petroleum Coke (PetCoke) These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage: Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision Paid Parental Leave and Military/Uniformed Services Leave Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Profit Sharing and 401(k) with company match Company provided Uniforms & PPE (laundering included) Annual steel-toe boot allowance A culture that appreciates Team Members What you’ll be doing: Safe Petroleum Coke Transportation: Safely transport petroleum coke from refinery operations to designated customer locations using established dedicated haul routes. Belly & End Dump Operations: Operate belly dump and end dump trailers while loading, transporting, and unloading bulk petroleum coke safely and efficiently. Refinery Safety Compliance: Adhere to all refinery safety requirements, customer policies, traffic regulations, and company operating procedures while working on refinery property. Defensive Driving: Maintain constant situational awareness and operate vehicles safely in active industrial environments with pedestrian, rail, and heavy equipment traffic. Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Inspections: Conduct thorough DOT-compliant inspections of tractors and trailers before, during, and after each shift. Equipment Monitoring: Identify and promptly report mechanical issues, defects, and maintenance concerns to leadership to ensure fleet reliability and safety. Load Security & Product Stewardship: Ensure petroleum coke is transported safely while preventing spills, product loss, and environmental incidents. Customer Service: Support refinery and customer operations by completing assigned transportation activities accurately, professionally, and on schedule. Operational Support: Assist with additional operational tasks as needed to support business and customer requirements. Safety Leadership: Participate in safety meetings, hazard recognition activities, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting Savage's safety-first culture. Requirements to be successful: Class A CDL: Current and valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required. TWIC Card: Must possess and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Commercial Driving Experience: Previous Class A CDL driving experience required. Safety Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to safe driving practices, DOT compliance, and workplace safety. Professional Demeanor: Maintain high standards of professionalism, communication, appearance, equipment care, and customer interaction. English Communication Skills: Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. Mechanical Awareness: Ability to recognize equipment issues and escalate maintenance concerns promptly. Safe Driving Record: Ability to meet company driver qualification standards and maintain an acceptable driving record. Employment Screening: Successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen , reference checks, and Savage Road test , including proper pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections. Preferred Qualifications: Refinery Experience: Experience operating within refinery, petrochemical, terminal, or other heavy industrial environments. Bulk Material Hauling: Previous experience hauling petroleum coke, aggregates, minerals, coal, grain, ash, or other bulk materials. Dump Trailer Experience: Experience operating belly dump, end dump, pneumatic, or similar bulk-haul trailer equipment. Industrial Safety Training: Familiarity with refinery safety procedures, PPE requirements, and industrial operating environments. Some physical requirements and workin…

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