Lead Truck Driver - Local Routes & Team Leader

Medline Industries, Inc. in; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

New equipment

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401k with company match

Career development

Safety first

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP is seeking a Lead Driver to operate a straight truck, deliver life-saving medical products locally, and build positive customer relationships. You will safely manage loading, securing, and delivering goods while staying compliant with federal and state motor vehicle regulations.

You will mentor local drivers, coordinate with dispatch, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries with a focus on safety, equipment maintenance, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years tractor trailer driving experience Class A CDL.
• Ability to meet Federal and State requirements for operation of commercial motor vehicles.
• Clean driving record with no serious violations.

Responsibilities

• Encourage success of the local transportation team - serving as a motivator and resource to drivers.
• Serve as a liaison between the local transportation team and management – communicating goals to drivers and escalating information to management when needed.
• Load and secure product from the Medline Facility into a truck.
• Safely operate a Class A or Class B vehicle between the Medline Facility and multiple customer destinations on a delivery route.
• Abide by Medline’s safety regulations, including wearing safety equipment where needed, performing safety checks, etc.
• Unload and deliver product at our customer facilities, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Provide in-person support to the customer – addressing their questions and needs and providing appropriate documentation upon delivery.
• Communicate with dispatching team regarding necessary adjustments to delivery route or schedule in order to meet customer needs and maintain safe operations.
• Maintain a travel and cargo log in accordance with Federal and State regulations and company policy.
• Perform inspection of vehicle to ensure safe operation and sufficient fuel levels for continued vehicle use.

Skills

CDL Class A

Clean driving record

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medline Industries, LP is seeking a Lead Driver to operate a straight truck, deliver life-saving medical products locally, and build positive customer relationships. You will safely manage loading, securing, and delivering goods while staying compliant with federal and state motor vehicle regulations.

You will mentor local drivers, coordinate with dispatch, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries with a focus on safety, equipment maintenance, and customer satisfaction.