Lead Driver - Full-time

About MedTrans
MedTrans is Medline Industries’ own national transportation fleet consisting of 600+ trucks that deliver our lifesaving products day in and day out. Our fleet consists of newer equipment, and our dedicated team makes over 700,000 deliveries annually. Each year our fleet travels approximately 25 million miles. We manage a network of over 40 distribution centers nationally, and provide 1-day shipping to 95% of the U.S.. With MedTrans, you can be confident our transportation team will get the job done.

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to primarily oversee dock operations pertaining to the transportation side of shipping directly related to fellow drivers. Secondary purpose is to operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck to ensure quality customer service and safe and efficient delivery of product. Be a resource for team in a lead capacity and act as a liaison for the branch/corporate management.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck as directed that transports between the facility and multiple destinations. Typical routes are within a 160-mile radius of the home terminal and include generally between 2 and 12 deliveries per day, ranging from 7 to 16 hours a day.
• Prepares, receives and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery and/or pick-up of goods to ensure timely service.
• Loads, secures, unloads and delivers cargo in accordance with customer needs and company policies.
• Maintains radio or telephone contact with home terminal/dispatch center/drivers to communicate customer information or delivery updates to maintain safe operations including proper communication when an incident occurs.
• Maintains a log of travel and cargo in accordance with Federal and State regulations and company requirements.
• Responsible for all drivers’ daily inspection of vehicles, ensuring proper function of all safety related features of the vehicle at all times.
• Responsible for daily interaction and audit of driver related practices and policies
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Medline offers a business casual, entrepreneurial work environment with strong growth potential, a competitive compensation package, and a complete benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance; 401(k) with company match. And much more!

Qualification

Relevant Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years tractor trailer driving experience
• Served in an entry level supervisory position

Certification / Licensure

• Must have a Class A CDL with a minimum of 2 years tractor-trailer/commercial driving experience required.

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Additional

• Must be able to meet all Federal and State requirements for the operation of commercial motor vehicles.
• Must have a clean driving record with no serious violations.
• Must not have any preventable accidents/incidents within the previous year.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends if needed, flexibility a must.
• Back up driver for sick calls, late arrivals and vacations coverage.
• Some computer experience (email, internet, Microsoft applications, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of the area for routing assistance
• High School Diploma
• Compliant CPAP usage
• Physical Requirements: Move product, supplies, and boxes up to and over 50 lbs. Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, visual acuity-near and far, depth perception, field of vision, color vision.
• Other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree or higher
• Previous Lead Driver experience in a high paced atmosphere
• Knowledgeable of northern California/Reno/Tahoe areas geography and traffic patterns.
• Knowledgeable of commercial snow regulations and usage of appropriate safety equipment.