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CDL Class A Heavy Driver- Calera

SA Recycling
Calera, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/27/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Class A Heavy Driver- Calera position at SA Recycling?

SA Recycling is one of the largest scrap metal recyclers in the United States. We are growing, growing, growing! Our operations are quickly expanding.               

   SA Recycling proudly supports the military community.

Safety is our number one priority for this position. The Truck Driver’s main goal is to move material where we need it. They are required to drive a semi-truck/trailer to deliver loads to steel mills and other SA yards. Drivers must conduct themselves professionally when dealing with customers and their employees. They follow all DOT Regulations, in-yard rules for driving in close quarters and all traffic controllers. Must wear seat belts at all times while driving and be visible on camera at all times.

Job Duties

Including, but not limited to:
• Load and unload trucks hauling scrap metal.
• Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.
• Perform DOT daily operation and safety inspection.
• Communicates with office and customers to determine commodities to load.
• Works independently when driving scrap metal.
• Works with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform normal daily operation maintenance refueling, lubrication, cooling system cleaning, and housekeeping
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

  •   Must have 3 years of  CDL Driving experience with consistent job history 
    • Must pass a medical DOT physical and drug test
    • Must pass a background check, clean MVR no recent violations and consent to Clearing house
    • Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
    • Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
    • Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands

Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard
• Equipment & Tools: Trucks up to 18 wheeler, Roll off , hydraulic truck tilt and lift operations, Box Containers, mechanics tools,
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate, keeps steady when machine in rocking in all directions, climbing fixed ladders
• Work Capacity: Truck Driver Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping

SA Recycling offers:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Full time positions with Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after completion of 30 days of employment
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
  • Eligible for Safety Bonuses

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures

Must be 21 to apply

Pay range $18.00-22.00 depending on experience.

Salary : $18 - $22

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