Lead Driver

GSFoods•Pendergrass, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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! POSITION OVERVIEW: The Driver Lead is responsible for managing the day–to–day operations to ensure that the fleet is well-managed and performing efficiently and effectively. They are responsible for ensuring that their 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 requires a person be flexible and cooperative.

Requirements

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.
Valid CDL A
2 years recent Class A driving experience; a minimum of 6 months to a 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

Nice To Haves

Route Management experience a plus
Experience and working knowledge of transportation routing and vehicle tracking programs is highly desired.
Knowledgeable of DOT, State, and Federal transportation regulations.

Responsibilities

Identify problems that arise and take initiative to remedy the situation in a timely manner.
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 develop subordinate staff.
Promote the training and development of support staff with the goal of employee improvement and advancement.
Create an atmosphere where employees and management strive for the same common team goal.
Responsible for chairing various round table discussions to educate employees, solicit employee feedback, resolve conflicts, foster open communication, and promote employee involvement in the decision-making process. Involve employees in the process of change and improve employee morale.
Insightful ability to recognize what must be done, demonstrate the ability to reason, use common sense, good judgement and utilize good decision-making skills.
Ability to utilize the various management tools available to identify, correct and prevent operation and labor related problems.
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, 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 drivers meetings as needed
Complete Lead Driver duties as well as driving local routes (Straight Truck & Tractor Trailer)