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CDL Driver

CDL Driver

Alter Trading CorpDes Moines, IA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : CDL Driver

Location : Des Moines, IA

Company : Alter Trading Corporation

Schedule : Monday–Friday, First Shift | Saturday as needed

Type : Full-Time | Local Driving | Home Daily

About Us

Alter Trading Corporation is a 127-year-old industry leader in scrap metal processing, operating over 70 facilities throughout the Midwest and Southern regions. With a strong commitment to customer service and sustainability, we are a trusted source for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Our corporate support center and marketing operations are based in St. Louis, MO, with trading offices in St. Louis and Hong Kong.

Why Join Alter?

  • Be part of a long-standing, reputable company.
  • Work in a supportive and safety-focused environment.
  • Stay local with short-haul routes and daily home time.
  • Opportunities for growth and development within the organization.
  • Receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified CDL Driver to support our Des Moines operations. This role is essential to our recycling process, involving the pickup and delivery of steel-sided flatbed or roll-off containers and lugers. You’ll interact with customers, operate equipment, and help move scrap materials safely and efficiently. As a CDL Driver with us, you’re not just behind the wheel—you’re at the heart of the recycling process. You’ll play a key role in collecting and transporting recyclable metal materials from the customer sites to our processing yard, helping turn waste into opportunity. The ideal candidate will be safety conscious, customer-focused, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Completes 4-6 local runs daily, depending on customer needs.
  • Secure loads based on truck and container type.
  • Pick up and deliver containers to Alter facilities or customer sites.
  • Communicate customer details and delivery updates to dispatch and management.
  • Assist with equipment operation within the yard to load or move scrap material.
  • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
  • Adhere to all company safety protocols, including PPE and monthly safety meetings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
  • Valid Class A CDL or Class B CDL (for straight truck) license.
  • Minimum of 3 years of verifiable driving experience.
  • Ability to lift 30–50 lbs. regularly and up to 100+ lbs. with assistance.
  • General knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials preferred.
  • Equipment operation experience is a plus.
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