AZ Truck Driver Ottawa

Gerdau is the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 45,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year. 

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.

This position is open for domestic candidates only.

Great opportunity for a local lugger and roll off AZ Licensed Truck Driver in the Ottawa area. Will be traveling regionally within the area. Will report into the facility at the beginning of each shift and are home every night. Competitive pay starting at $27.04 / hour plus comprehensive benefits!!  Full-time Permanent! This position is open for domestic candidates only. 

The Driver is responsible for servicing accounts in a safe, courteous, and timely manner. The Driver is responsible for delivering and depositing containers to the supplier as well as picking up containers when deemed necessary to remove them and take them to the designated location.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing a pre and post inspection of the vehicle each day before operating. (Will teach).
• Responsible for documenting all inspections to ensure equipment is maintained and in proper working order.
• Responsible for reporting any and all safety and environmental issues immediately to the supervisor.
• Sitting, standing, reaching, bending, and working in a variety of environments, both internal and external in all types of weather conditions.
• Minor truck maintenance (adding oils, fueling).
• Check containers for damage before delivery and pick-up, report all unsafe items to supervisor immediately.
• Check the loads for hazardous or liquid materials.
• Use correct loading and unloading/dumping procedures.
• Clean all debris off of truck bed.
• Ensure the truck is maintained to meet 5S Standard.
• Clean up any spillage before setting container down.
• Ensure all product is correctly accounted for on daily paperwork.
• Ensure containers are accounted for on daily paperwork.
• Attend all meetings required by the Division manager/supervisor.
• Follow all plant and company safety guidelines in the performance of all job duties and responsibilities.

 
The Individual:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not necessary.
• A minimum of 1 year driving experience is preferred
• Lugger and roll off truck experience for commercial trucks up to GVWR 63,500 KG is preferred but not required.
• Applicant must have a strong work ethic and positive attitude for this FAST-PACED and physically demanding position.
• In order to be considered, you must have a clean driving record. Must possess a CLEAN CVOR Abstract and Driver Abstract. Applicants must submit both their CVOR Abstract and Driver Abstract along with their resume upon applying.
• Required to possess a full AZ.CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE MANUAL 18 SPEED EFFICIENTLY
• Experience in scrap metal haulage useful but not necessary.
• 40  hours a week with possiblity of overtime. Schedule is Monday to Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.
• A trustworthy, self-starter is required!

 
Salary & Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Pension/RSP plan
• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
   

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. 

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com