Lead Driver

Naniq Global Logistics - Kahului; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Accident insurance

Paid time off

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Naniq Global Logistics - Kahului is seeking a Lead Driver to support the Fleet Manager by guiding a group of drivers and meeting customer service goals. Shifts run from late evening to early morning, with operations seven days a week and occasional weekend work.

The role requires a valid driver's license, commercial driving experience, and DOT Medical Card; CDL Class C is preferred. The position offers benefits including health, dental, vision, life and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Commercial driving experience and DOT Medical Card required.
• CDL Class C is preferred.
• Customer service oriented, friendly, helpful and professional disposition.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Ability to manage people effectively.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Must handle sensitive information.
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task under supervision.
• Computer skills (Word and Excel) for email and reports.

Responsibilities

• Keep track of speed limits and traffic laws to ensure safe driving practices.
• Train new drivers on company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Report accidents or incidents to supervisors immediately.
• Report mechanical problems to maintenance staff for repair.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding pickups, deliveries, delays, emergencies.
• Maintain a clean, well-maintained truck meeting company appearance standards.
• Ensure cargo is loaded/unloaded safely and efficiently.
• Familiarize with all routes and schedules.
• Follow all federal and state cargo transportation regulations.
• Update USPS customers on situations affecting service.
• Be punctual for work assignments.
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

This position reports to the Fleet Manager. The Lead Driver supports the fleet manager in leading a group of drivers and achieves specific customer service and key company goals. Trucks will typically be loaded between late evening to early morning. This job is a 5 day per week job; however trucking operations will be conducted 7-days per week. Occasional work on the weekend may be required.

Pay Range:

$20 - $28 / HR DOE

Pay is based on license class and experience

Position qualifies for $2/hour loyalty incentive bonus program - paid quarterly.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Accident insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Keeping track of speed limits and traffic laws to ensure safe driving practices
• Training new drivers on company policies, procedures, and safety protocols
• Reporting any accidents or incidents to supervisors immediately
• Reporting any mechanical problems with vehicles to maintenance staff for repair
• Communicating with dispatch regarding pick-ups and drop-offs, delays, emergencies, and other relevant information
• Maintaining a clean, well-maintained truck that meets company standards for appearance
• Ensuring that cargo is loaded and unloaded properly, safely, and efficiently
• Ensuring that they are familiar with all routes and schedules
• Following all federal and state regulations regarding cargo transportation
• Update USPS customers on all situation that will affect service
• Being punctual for work assignments
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Commercial driving experience is required & DOT Medical Card
• CDL Class C is preferred
• Must have a customer service oriented, friendly, helpful, and professional disposition
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced and always changing environment
• Must have the ability to manage people effectively
• Excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Self-motivated, able to multi-task and work effectively under a minimum level of supervision in a fast-paced environment, strong problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel) required for email and customer reports
• Must be able to demonstrate a consistent capability of working cooperatively with others in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time, stepping in and out of tractor cabs, hand-eye coordination, and good vision. Occasionally exposed to bright or dim lighting conditions, whole-body vibration when driving the truck.

About Us:

Naniq is a third-party logistics company dedicated to providing the most innovative solutions for the Multinational Logistics Corporations (MLCs) we serve. We enable the MLC to deepen customer relationships by applying our expertise across many verticals (ocean, air, road, final mile, etc.). Through our vast network of contacts and partners, we offer a buffet of complex services that most MLCs are unable to easily offer on their own. Acting as the MLC, Naniq is able to capture incremental profit and deepen relationships with shippers - all to the benefit of the partnered MLC.

Reasonable Accommodation:

It is Naniq's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.