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Truck Driver - CDL

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Truck Driver, Transportation & Logistics, CDL
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 95000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 95000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Founded in Australia in 1917, Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity anddecarbonisationby supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet.

At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range ofprogrammesthat support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers. Employing more than 4,100 people worldwide, weoperateover 155 facilities across 13 countries. As an ASX-listed company, Sims provides the stability, transparency, and professional growth opportunities of a publicly traded organisation, all driven by our purpose: to create a world without waste.

Job Summary:

The Class A Truck Driver is responsible for safely transporting metal materials, roll-off containers, and equipment between customer sites, suppliers, and the recycling yard. This role requires operating Class A commercial vehicles in an industrial environment while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, company safety standards, and operational schedules.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Operate Class A commercial vehicles (including tractor-trailers, dump trailers, and roll-off trucks) to transport scrap metal and related materials between customer locations, processing facilities, and transfer yards.
  • Review daily schedules and routing to ensure accuracy, material requirements, and supply needs.
  • Ensure all required supplies, equipment, and documentation are secured on the vehicle prior to departing the yard.
  • Load, unload, tarp, and secure materials safely and in compliance with DOT and company standards.
  • Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs, safety concerns, or incidents promptly.
  • Maintain accurate driver logs, route sheets, bills of lading, scale tickets, and electronic or manual records.
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch, logistics, yard personnel, and customers throughout assigned routes, including end-of-stop updates.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized vehicle at all times.
  • Adhere strictly to DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies, including yard-specific safety procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Assist with basic yard operations as needed, such as spotter duties, equipment movement, or material staging.
  • Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner with customers, vendors, and coworkers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 3+ years of experience operating tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, dump trucks, or similar commercial vehicles.
  • Experience hauling scrap metal, roll-off containers, or industrial materials strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience packaging and preparing loose freight for transport preferred.
  • Must possess a current, clean or acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
  • Ability to pass DOT physical, drug, and alcohol screening requirements.
  • Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial driving safety standards.
  • Ability to work safely in outdoor, industrial, and heavy-equipment environments.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Strong attention to safety, detail, and regulatory compliance.
  • Reliable attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
  • Ability to climb in and out of trucks and trailers multiple times per shift.
  • Ability to lift, pull, and secure tarps and chains (up to 40 lbs.).
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Exposure to dust, noise, heavy machinery, and metal materials typical of a recycling…
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