Lead Transportation Specialist

Divert, Inc.; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Divert, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Lead Specialist to support the Transportation Supervisor with fleet readiness, driver training, compliance, and day-to-day operations. The role prioritizes driving each day and bridges drivers with leadership, providing guidance without direct disciplinary authority.

This safety-sensitive position requires a clear mind and diligence for personal and team safety. Nights or weekends may be involved, and the role includes leadership responsibilities in

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Class A CDL license, current and valid.
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience.
• 2 year technical degree, associate's degree or military background.
• 1-2 years of additional experience in scheduling, preventative maintenance, mentoring drivers or administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• CDL driving is the number one essential function.
• Fleet & Equipment management: coordinate and track PM schedules, perform routine inspections.
• Coordinate repairs with vendors and maintenance providers.
• Monitor trailer and tractor readiness and availability.
• Assist with daily route and schedule adjustments and dispatch during peak periods.
• Driver onboarding, coaching and safety training.
• Support DOT compliance initiatives and vehicle audits.
• Maintain transportation records and KPI metrics.

Skills

CDL driving experience

Scheduling experience

Maintenance knowledge

Mentoring drivers

Administrative tasks

Education

HS Diploma

2-year technical/associate degree or military background

General higher education

Job description

Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end-to-end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery to provide to people in need, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities. Through this integrated approach to reducing wasted food–Prevent, Provide, Power™–Divert works with customers across the U.S. to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment.

What you’ll do:

The Transportation Lead Specialist serves as the primary support partner to the Transportation Supervisor by assisting with fleet readiness, driver training, compliance activities, schedule coordination and day to day operational support, with the first priority given to driving each day.

This role bridges the gap between drivers and leadership, helping ensure safe, efficient transportation operations while providing leadership support without direct disciplinary authority.

This position is a safety-sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee has the responsibility for his/her safety as well as the safety of others.

Responsibilities:

The number one essential function will be CDL Driving.

In addition, the following functions will be managed on an intermittent basis:

Fleet & Equipment Management

Coordinate and track PM schedules

Perform routine equipment inspection and identify maintenance needs.

Coordinate repairs with vendors and maintenance providers.

Monitor trailer and tractor readiness and availability.

Assist with equipment troubleshooting and light maintenance tasks where appropriate.

Operational Support

Assist with daily route and schedule adjustments

Support dispatch activities during peak periods or supervisor absences

Monitor driver communication and operational issues

Serve as the first point of contact for non-emergency driver questions

Assist with weekend and after-hours operation coverage on a rotating basis

Driver Development & Training

Conduct driver onboarding and orientation support

Provide hands-on coaching and mentoring to new drivers

Facilitate safety refreshers and operational training

Assist with driver ride-a longs and observations

Identify training opportunities and communicate recommendations to leadership

Safety & Compliance

Support DOT compliance initiatives

Conduct vehicle audits and inspection reviews

Assist with accident investigations and corrective actions

Track compliance-related documentation

Reinforce company safety expectations and best practices

Administrative Support

Maintain transportation records and reports

Assist with KPI tracking and operational metrics

Support supervisor with project work and process improvements

Escalate employee relations, or performance concerns to the Transportation Supervisor

Authority Level

Provides guidance and coaching to drivers

Assigns day to day work as directed by supervisor

Leads training activities

Coordinates and executes maintenance and operational activities

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited to frequently require the ability to drive a forklift, sit; hear or talk: use close vision; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects; and type and manipulate controls. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Must be able to bend, stand, walk, sit, kneel frequently
• Is comfortable operating equipment and repetitive tasks throughout their shift
• Is able to handle potential changes in temperature on site, humidity and wetness in working areas

What we’re looking for:

• HS Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Class A CDL license, current and valid
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience, including dry van hauling.
• 2 year technical degree, associate's degree or military background
• 1-2 years of additional experience taking on additional responsibilities in the areas of scheduling, preventative maintenance, mentoring drivers or administrative tasks.

What’s in it for you?

• $36.20 / hour (includes night differential)
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization

Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact the Divert Recruiting Team, [e-mail]