Truck Driver

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling, with facilities worldwide. We play an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use.

The Class A truck driver performs a variety of routine and complex transportation tasks, operating roll‑offs and trailers to transport materials.

• Class A driver to run the tractor‑trailer roll‑off and dumps.
• A CDL Class A license is required.
• The facility to pick up the truck is located at 3220 Deepwater Terminal, Richmond, VA 23234.
• A typical daily schedule is from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (average 50 hours per week).
• Regional travel includes Chesapeake, VA, Yorktown, VA, Richmond, VA, Petersburg, VA, Fishersville, VA, New Bern, NC.
• Candidates must have a good driving record.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to the company’s safety plan.
• Review the daily schedule to determine supply needs and routing accuracy.
• Ensure daily supplies are on the vehicle before leaving the dock.
• Communicate with the logistics department at the end of each stop on the scheduled route.
• Complete the daily drive route sheet.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections.
• Perform vehicle fueling and submit corresponding receipts to the logistics manager.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess a NY Class A Driver’s License.
• Position requires a minimum of 21 years of age.
• 3+ years (preferred) of tractor‑trailer or roll‑off truck driving experience.
• Must possess a current, clear motor vehicle report.
• Must communicate in English (oral and written).
• Must pass DOT physical and drug testing requirements.
• Must understand Basic DOT Regulations.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met 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 regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently must reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, speak or hear, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently 50 pounds, and occasionally 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sims is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.