Driver Lead

RJ Schinner Co•Greensboro, NC

9d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver Lead role is responsible for assisting management with the oversight of drivers and routes to ensure proper coverage. This role is also responsible for supporting local management and corporate departments to ensure compliance with DOT FMCSA regulations and RJ Schinner expectations. This may be expected to driver 50% or more depending on the need of the location and management.

Requirements

You have a valid Class A CDL Operator’s License
You bring at least 3 years of driving experience
You can meet DOT requirements, including pre-employment and random drug testing
You have a clean driving record and can pass a background check
You have a current valid Federal Medical Card
You understand the common hazards on the road and follow best safety practices
You have previous experience making deliveries
You’re a natural problem solver
You take pride in providing excellent customer experiences

Responsibilities

Maintain Class A CDL license, driver qualification documentation and acceptable driving record in order to drive for the company on an as-needed basis.
Acts as Liaison between driver and transportation coordinator on an as-needed basis
Assist with approval and coordination of vacations and route coverage
Participate in driver interviews and assist Management with hiring drivers and back-up drivers
Partner with management and transportation to ensure route coverage including but not limited to temporary drivers, carriers, and/or directly covering for the vacancy
Administer the planned and unplanned maintenance of all driving equipment for designated branch.
Perform monthly pre-trip inspection audits to ensure all equipment meets FMCSA and RJ Schinner standards
Partner with Safety to coordinate driver onboarding and Driver Qualification documents, on an as needed basis
Conduct driver training and road tests on new employees or designated remedial training program.
Assist Management and/or the HR-Safety department on coaching or corrective action
Maintain working knowledge of systems such as GEOTAB, Samsara, Descartes, JJ Keller Encompass, and hardware components to diagnose and resolve driver questions and issues
Support Management with the correction of driver Hours of Service (HOS) issues in GEOTAB
Assist with the collection and completion of accident and injury paperwork and processes
Perform driver ride-along as directed by management
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive base pay with annual increases and year-end bonus opportunities
Hourly pay plus overtime after 40 hours
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus employer-paid life, short term disability, and accident insurances
Two weeks of paid time off in your first year, along with paid holidays and paid leave programs
Consistent truck assignments and steady routes you can count on
Driver incentive programs that reward you for being a safe driver
Newer trucks and equipment with automatic transmissions for a smoother ride
Technology upgrades that make your job easier and more efficient
Regular employee appreciation events
Special employee pricing on RJ Schinner sold products
½ off RJ Schinner apparel, plus plenty more!