Lead Driver

Bunzl Distribution NA • Anaheim, CA

3d • $27

About The Position

The Lead Driver will assist the Transportation Manager with training, and
coaching new Drivers, as well as existing Drivers who would benefit from
one-on-one instruction. While not engaged in training, the Lead Driver will
transport products in a safe manner and by following proper DOT regulations.
Deliveries will be made to customers on time while providing excellent customer
service as the face of the company.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must have a valid CDL Class A license with Doubles/Triples endorsements a plus
• Minimum 3 years experience in commercial transportation or a graduate of an accredited truck driving school
• Minimum of 1 year in the training field. Driver trainings preferred
• Must have Hazmat endorsement or able to obtain within 60 days of employment
• Ability to operate a tractor-trailer in a safe and efficient manner
• Possess knowledge of all applicable State and Federal DOT regulations
• Capacity to read and correctly interpret route manifests and invoices
• Ability and willingness to work varying routes and required overtime as assigned by Supervisor
• Must be able to lift heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation (occasionally 60-75 lbs)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with an Automatic On-Board Recording Device (AOBRDs) such as OMNI Trax is preferred

Responsibilities

• Train the new hires on delivery protocols, safety, compliance, and customer service.
• Retrain the current drivers in the areas assigned by management.
• Provides support to the leadership team with rolling new initiatives and promoting Bunzl’s values.
• Operates tractor-trailer combination in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Actively participates in and partially leads team meetings and events.
• Assists in coordinating, planning, and implementing new training programs and initiatives.
• Delivers products to customers on time, while providing complete customer service
• Transfers materials and items from trailer to dock area or other designated area by hand, hand truck, manual pallet jack, or electric pallet jack
• Assists with administrative tasks as needed
• Provide route coverage in vacation or driver absence scenarios.
• Complies with all applicable policies, procedures, and laws.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Retirement benefits
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees