Driver Lead

Driver Lead

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

The Driver Lead is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations to ensure that the fleet is well-managed and performing efficiently and effectively, while also ensuring that the team arrives at their destination safely and on time. Lead drivers must be able to effectively communicate with their team members in order to coordinate deliveries, swap out drivers as needed, etc. This position requires a person to be dependable, focused on safety, and always flexible and cooperative.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Dispatch all drivers and ensure they have proper PPE, ensure equipment is in good operating condition
• Conduct pre-trip observations to educate drivers on proper PRE Trip procedures
• Cover routes in case of a call out, if no routes to be covered, Management will provide list of Observations
• Retrain Drivers on POD, preferred delivery, understand and train to maintain cold chain and product integrity, as well as any operational changes in the future
• Full Driver ride along as assigned by Management
• Responsible for training new drivers
• Field observations as assigned by Management
• Identify problems that arise and take initiative to remedy the situation in a timely manner. Communicate all issues with management.
• Ensure that all facility employees are provided with a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
• Demonstrate a high degree of leadership, initiative and integrity to cultivate and support driver team.
• Create an atmosphere where employees and management strive for the same common team goals.
• Train drivers on company policies & procedures and monitor compliance.
• Spot check the loading of trailers to ensure that it's being done correctly.
• Process the paperwork that's associated with the operation
• Operate equipment such as computers and telephones to exchange information with drivers and supervisors.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks such as adding oil, fuel, radiator fluid or performing minor repairs
• Spot check the equipment after it's been used to ensure that there has been no damage
• Review schedules and maps to determine the optimum vehicle routes
• Load and unload trucks and assist others with loading and unloading
• Provide information at driver meetings as needed
• Other tasks as needed to support the operation

Required Skills:

• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of DOT work regulations and rules.

Education/Experience:

• Valid CDL A
• 2 years recent Class A/B driving experience
• A minimum of 1 year Lead Driver experience and/or related experience overseeing staff
• A clean driving record with no more than 2 moving violations in the last 5 years.
• No DUI/DWI convictions in the last 10 years
• At least 21 years of age
• Experience and working knowledge of transportation routing and vehicle tracking programs is highly desired.
• Knowledgeable of DOT, State, and Federal transportation regulations

$1.00 /Premium + hourly rate

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Outdoor environment. Outdoor environment exposure to extreme heat, cold, rain, and other weather elements. The work environment can be noisy due to the movement of equipment and vehicles in the yard.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Driving and maneuvering large trucks in tight spaces. Climb up and down from yard tractors multiple times throughout the shift. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include bending, reaching, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the Driver Lead cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.