Motor Vehicle Team Lead - CDL Driver & Dispatcher

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in North Chicago, IL seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader to supervise transportation operations for veterans, caregivers, attendants, and cargo related to medical appointments.

You will lead a team of twelve or more operators and coordinate trips with dispatchers. Responsibilities include daily task assignments, ensuring resources, and managing vehicles up to 32,000 lbs GVWR.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current State of Illinois Class A or B CDL with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions (or substitute license if bordering state).
• Incumbents must maintain a safe driving record at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead a transportation team of 12+ employees.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor work progress.
• Ensure availability of plans, materials, and equipment.
• Supervise vehicle operations for cargo and passenger transport.
• Maintain vehicle management and fleet cards programs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Motor Vehicle Operation

Safety awareness

Education

CDL Class B with passenger endorsement

Airbrake endorsement

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in North Chicago, IL seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader to supervise transportation operations for veterans, caregivers, attendants, and cargo related to medical appointments.

You will lead a team of twelve or more operators and coordinate trips with dispatchers. Responsibilities include daily task assignments, ensuring resources, and managing vehicles up to 32,000 lbs GVWR.