Driver

Daktronics; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Daktronics is seeking a Company Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for the CEO and CFO, with travel as needed. The role requires discretion, flexibility, and professionalism while supporting business travel and related transportation needs.

Responsibilities include transporting team members, maintaining trip logs, coordinating schedules with assistants, and representing Daktronics professionally at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel by air as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional discretion.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport designated team members to meetings, airports, events, and other business destinations using company vehicles.
• Maintain trip logs, including mileage, passengers, destinations, and times.
• Coordinate schedules with executive assistants and other contacts.
• Represent Daktronics professionally at all times.
• Perform routine vehicle safety checks and report issues.

Skills

English fluency

Strong communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

When you work at Daktronics, you’ll be part of something amazing. We design, engineer, manufacture and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems.

Our products bring excitement to professional, college and high school games. They attract customers for businesses around the world, and even provide direction for people as they travel, work and play.

As part of the Daktronics team, you’ll have interesting, impactful work with flexible opportunities. You can learn and grow at a company that provides competitive compensation and meaningful benefits – and the people are second to none.

What will the work look like for me?

Our Company Driver provides safe, reliable, and professional transportation services for the CEO and CFO. This role requires discretion, flexibility, and a high level of professionalism while supporting business travel and related transportation needs.

Essential responsibilities include:

• Safely transport designated team members to and from meetings, airports, events, and other business-related destinations utilizing company vehicles.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding schedules, travel details, conversations, and company information.
• Plan and adjust routes based on traffic, weather, and schedule changes to ensure timely arrivals.
• Maintain accurate trip log books, including mileage, passenger(s), destinations, and travel times.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, readiness, and fuel levels.
• Perform routine vehicle safety checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with loading and unloading luggage or materials as needed.
• Coordinate schedules with executive assistants or other designated contacts.
• Represent Daktronics professionally at all times.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

What will a work schedule look like?

• Schedule will vary based on travel and business needs.
• Hours may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Estimated to be 10-20 hours/week.

Where is this opportunity located?

Position is located in Brookings, SD.

Qualifications

To be considered for Driver, we require the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to accommodate varying schedules.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
  • The selected individual must be able to travel by air and ground and comply with the Daktronics Driver Eligibility Policy to begin and maintain employment. This requirement will be verified through a motor vehicle record (MVR) check conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local laws.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Desired traits

• Prior experience providing transportation services.
• Professional demeanor with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt quickly to schedule changes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift or pull up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicle repeatedly.
• Ability to bend and inspect vehicle tires and undercarriage.
• Ability to manually open and close vehicle doors and rear hatches.

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.