Job Overview
The Driver Lead oversees daily driver operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, schedules, and company policies. This hands-on role includes monitoring performance, delivering training, and fostering a strong safety culture through evaluations and meetings. The ideal candidate will maintain a regular delivery route while supporting fleet maintenance, incident reporting, and continuous driver improvement. Flexibility, leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and service excellence are essential.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Supervise daily operations of company drivers, ensuring adherence to routes, policy and procedure, schedules, and safety standards.
- Monitor driver performance and punctuality, safety compliance, and customer service.
- Conduct regular ride-along and spot checks to evaluate and reinforce performance.
- Maintain a regular delivery route.
- Deliver onboarding and ongoing training programs for new and existing drivers.
- Conduct safety training, DOT regulations, vehicle inspections – pre/post Trips, and emergency procedures.
- Promote a strong safety culture through regular meetings, toolbox talks, and audits.
- Maintain accurate training records and certification documentation.
- Update training materials to reflect current industry standards and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local transportation laws.
- Investigate accidents and prepare incident reports.
- Collaborate with fleet maintenance team to report vehicle issues and ensure timely service.
- Assist with any other tasks as required.
Job Requirements
- Punctual and Reliable.
- Should have reliable transportation to get to/from work.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods.
- Capable of lifting 75 lbs independently and up to 150 lbs with assistance.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
- Must adhere to all safety protocols, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Safety vests are provided by the organization; however, employees are required to supply their own steel-toe footwear.
Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or GED required, additional education or certifications
- Valid [Class 5 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
- Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, fleet safety procedures, and driver best practices.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours in line with business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, or source of income.
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
