Lead Driver - Class A CDL

We have an immediate job opening for an experienced Class A CDL Driver to function as a LEAD DRIVER at our 31 Logistics branch located in Lancaster, TX. As a Lead Driver, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to fhe following:

• Driving: Covering open routes or acting as a relief driver
• Training: Teaching and mentoring drivers
• Safety: Conducting safety training and ensuring preventive measures are followed
• Problem-Solving: Changes to route scheduling, equipment failures, etc.
• Office tasks: Answering phones, handling customer service issues, filling out reports, and other general duties
• Maintenance: Requesting routine truck maintenance

COMPENSATION:

• The rate pay is $33.84 per hour
• Bi-weekly pay schedule

SCHEDULE:

• Typically Monday - Friday as needed
• Route usually consists of one day of local deliveries and 2-3 days over the road

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits on 1st day of month following hite
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off including vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Corporate credit card and fuel card for travel expenses
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• PPE and uniforms provided

 

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Your personal commitment to positively contribute to a Culture of Excellence

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 4 or more years of experience driving a tractor trailer, straight truck, or doubles trailer, within the last 5 years preferred

• Demonstrated leadership attributes

• Must meet DFA requirements for Motor Vehicle Records

• Must meet all DOT requirements

• Certification and/or License – valid Class A CDL

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
• Skill in proficient computer usage
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Skills with math for calculating load size and recording accurate volume/weight measurements
• Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example
• Able to be proactive in seeking solutions, taking appropriate steps to solve problems
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to interpret and apply company policies
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties with minimal supervision
• Able to take initiative in performing job
• Good organization and record keeping skills
• Able to be punctual
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer