Lead Van Driver

RoadRunner Services, LLC; Manville (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Roadrunner Services, LLC in Manville, NJ seeks a Lead Driver to oversee daily activities of a driver team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality service while following company procedures.

This 1099 contract role offers flexible scheduling, chances to take on additional responsibilities, and opportunities to advance as operations grow.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of drivers or similar.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead a team and work independently.
• Dependable with excellent time management.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to work outdoors and on-your-feet throughout the day.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, or vehicle movement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist a team of drivers throughout the workday.
• Ensure drivers understand deliveries and routes.
• Verify pre-trip inspections and document vehicle condition.
• Ensure compliance with inspection processes.
• Monitor productivity and route efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support to drivers on the road.
• Communicate issues to the Operations Supervisor promptly.
• Promote safe driving practices and company policies.
• Lead by example with professionalism and customer service.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Time management

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work

Job description

Pay: $19.50 per hour

Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Schedule: Flexible scheduling available (days can be adjusted to fit your availability)

About the Role

We're looking for a dependable, motivated Lead Driver to help oversee the daily activities of a team of drivers transporting vehicles between locations. In this role, you'll lead by example, ensuring drivers follow company procedures, work efficiently, and provide quality service while keeping operations running smoothly.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys leadership, has strong communication skills, and takes pride in helping a team succeed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist a team of drivers throughout the workday.
• Ensure drivers understand their assigned deliveries and routes.
• Verify all vehicles receive a thorough pre-trip inspection, including checking fluid levels and documenting vehicle condition.
• Ensure drivers follow the company's inspection process accurately and completely.
• Monitor driver productivity and route efficiency, helping eliminate unnecessary stops and delays.
• Provide guidance and support to drivers while on the road.
• Communicate operational issues, delays, accidents, or concerns to the Operations Supervisor promptly.
• Promote safe driving practices and company policies.
• Lead by example with professionalism, accountability, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Transportation, logistics, or vehicle transportation experience preferred but not required.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead a team and work independently.
• Dependable with excellent time management.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and background
• Ability to work outdoors and be on your feet throughout the day.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who naturally takes initiative and enjoys helping others succeed. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, safety-focused, and able to keep a team moving efficiently while maintaining high standards for vehicle inspections and customer service.

Compensation & Schedule

$19.50 per hour

1099 Independent Contractor position

Flexible scheduling available

Opportunity for additional responsibilities and advancement

Work Location:

Roadrunner Services at Adesa Auto Auction
200 N. Main Street
Manville, NJ 08835

Job type: 1099 Contract

Status: Full-time

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