Commercial Transport Driver

hendrick; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte, NC seeks a full-time Racing Transport Driver to prepare the race hauler, drive the transporter to tracks, and support the road crew. CDL-A with Air Brake endorsement and DOT health certification are required, with flexibility for schedule and travel across the country.

The role includes pre-trip inspections, safeguard of cargo, and collaboration with team members under the direction of the lead transportation driver.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with Air Brake Endorsement required.
• Current DOT health certification required.
• Experience operating race haulers and team equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hauler and equipment weekly for each event.
• Load and unload hauler; assist with garage setup at tracks.
• Drive race car transporter to tracks and tests nationwide.
• Maintain driver logs and perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Ensure transporter meets DOT safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Accountability

Safety awareness

Time management

Working under pressure

Oral communication

Responsible

Detail-oriented

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Certified Driver Training (CDL)

Job description

Hendrick MotorsportsLocation: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

Hendrick Motorsports is currently seeking a full time Racing Transport Driver.

Job Summary

• Under the general direction of lead transportation driver, this position has primary responsibility for the preparation of a race hauler on a weekly basis and driving the race car transporter to and from the track, wind tunnel, NASCAR inspections as needed.
• Requires use of an electronic logging device. Requires commercial driver’s license. The position is assisted by a co-driver.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following

• Prepare hauler and equipment weekly for each event, including cleaning, re-stocking, repairing, polishing etc.
• Communicate with lead driver on special requests/needs from the racetrack.
• Load the hauler for departure preparation.
• Arrive at track and begin preliminary set-up of the garage, including unloading the toolbox, weighing 3,000+ pounds.
• Responsible for garage set-up prior to road crew arrival.
• Prep area around hauler with supplies and tools.
• Responsible for maintaining the team coolers during pre-race and race events.
• Assists with pit stops during the race. Duties may vary depending on the direction of the Crew Chief.
• Maintain cleanliness of the hauler, including vacuuming, wiping off counters, and organizing tools and other items left on the counters.
• Begins pre-loading the hauler during the race event.
• Breaks down toolboxes and related items and loads the hauler following the race in preparation for departure.
• Drives the company vehicle transporting company property safely to events and tests across the country.
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
• Safely secure cargo for transport.
• Provides support to the road crew at the track as needed.
• Maintain driver logs of working hours, as well as perform and document pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Manage transporter in emergency situations, including but not limited to flat tires, mechanical failures, etc.
• Report accidents, traffic violations, or damage to vehicles to supervisor as soon as possible.
• Collaborate with other drivers as part of a driving team on some trips.
• Manage petty cash and bank receipts related to work travel.
• Responsible for ensuring transporter falls within DOT standards for service and compliance.
• Responsible for complying with all laws and regulations relating to operating commercial motor vehicles.

Qualifications

• Accountability – ability to accept responsibility and account for your actions.
• Safety awareness – ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time management – ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working under pressure – ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Oral communication – ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Responsible – ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. Reliable – the trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Detail-oriented – pays attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Desired Education

• GED or High School Diploma

Certificates and Licenses

• Commercial Driver’s License – Class A with Air Brake Endorsement
• Current DOT health certification

Communication Skills

• Ability to communicate with teammates.

Attendance Expectations

• The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work on short notice.

Physical Demands

• Vision (near, distance, depth), sense of touch, and ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – safety glasses, hearing protection.
• Frequently stands, walks, manually manipulates, reaches outward, lifts/carries up to 50 pounds, and pushes/pulls up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, climbs, crawls, squats or kneels, bends, lifts/carries over 100 pounds, and pushes/pulls over 100 pounds.

Environment Demands

• Ability to travel extensively. Works in enclosed compartment while driving but will be exposed to outdoor elements at the track.

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.