Driver Team Lead & Route Optimizer

Red White & Blue Thrift Store; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 66,345,000; Full time

Job summary

Red White & Blue Thrift Store is seeking a Head Driver to coordinate transportation operations at the Denver location. You will serve as a liaison between management and drivers, ensuring efficient routing, vehicle and trailer maintenance, and a strong safety culture.

This non-supervisory role emphasizes peer leadership, training support, and timely communication with supervisor teams. The position requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate a box truck.

Qualifications

• Experience with routing, tracking, and trailer/fleet maintenance systems.
• Valid driver's license.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a motor vehicle records check.
• Ability to operate a box truck in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations related to driving a large commercial vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and follow a set schedule.
• Ability to maneuver the truck in tight spaces and operate the box truck used to pick up donations.
• Flexibility in schedule to accommodate changes in pickup routes or schedules.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Transportation Supervisor’s point of contact, observing operations closely and communicating all relevant information.
• Safely operate and oversee vehicles and equipment, ensuring strict adherence to all traffic rules and safety regulations.
• Model expected behaviors, applying sound judgment and maintaining a proactive approach to address team needs and operational demands.
• Communicate effectively and consistently with driver teams and supervisors to ensure clear understanding of expectations and updates.
• Develop driver teams through coaching and training, identifying and addressing specific training needs.
• Oversee and optimize driver routing, resolve route-related issues, and promote efficient trailer loading and unloading.
• Help coordinate daily transportation activities, including donor service, fleet maintenance, and support of retail store delivery needs.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections to prioritize compliance with all safety guidelines.

Skills

Routing & fleet management

Driver coaching

Safe driving

Communication skills

Independent work

Box truck operation

Traffic laws knowledge

Routing systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Red White & Blue Thrift Store is seeking a Head Driver to coordinate transportation operations at the Denver location. You will serve as a liaison between management and drivers, ensuring efficient routing, vehicle and trailer maintenance, and a strong safety culture.

This non-supervisory role emphasizes peer leadership, training support, and timely communication with supervisor teams. The position requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate a box truck.