Lead Driver

**Lead Driver**

Driver . El Paso, TX . Full time . 02/04/2022 Select the social media channel to share the Lead Driver job posting on:

Location: El Paso, TX **Reddy Ice utilizes the U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Please make sure you are registered with the "Clearinghouse" in order to be considered for employment with Reddy Ice.**

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**POSITION PURPOSE:**

This position delivers ice to customers in articulated vehicles (tractor-trailers) that require a CDL Class A license. Drivers are either assigned a delivery route or transport truckloads of ice to specific customer locations. The delivery region, route, and type of equipment operated is subject to change depending on business needs.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

1. Operate and maintain a clean company truck in a safe and professional manner.

2. Perform pre/post trip inspections, comply with state/federal hours of service requirements, and operate the vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations.

3. Participate daily in the Daily Visual Management (DVM) process; reviews DVM results with other drivers.

4. Unload, deliver, and rotate ice at customer and other designated locations using a safe, courteous, and service-oriented method.

5. Produce invoices for each delivery and complete all other required paperwork.

6. Responsible for the safe operation, working condition, and inventory of all driver tools, including: handhelds, printers, handcarts, and handtrucks.

7. Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.

8. Pick up equipment as directed.

9. Follow all Standard Operating Procedures and processes.

10. Make and assume other duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.

11. Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential. We value honesty and integrity above all else and we expect our employees to be committed to the highest ethical standards.

**CONTACTS:**

Internal: CSM, CSRs/Dispatchers, Location Manager (if at spoke), Lead Driver (where applicable), Forklift Operators

External: Customers and warehouse personnel

**OPERATING RESPONSIBILITIES:**

This position requires a Class A CDL drivers license. This is a professional driver position and must drive safely and courteously at all times. Must possess a clean driving record.

**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:**

No lead or supervisory responsibility.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**

Must have a High School education or GED.

Three years previous route delivery driver experience preferred.

A minimum of one year experience as a driver in a vehicle similar to which you will be assigned to operate during the time of employment with the company is required.

Must have basic math skills and exceptional customer relations skills.

**WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**

Must be able to drive in stressful environments. Unloads, loads, and rotates product in merchandisers. Required to lift 40 lbs throughout the day. Required to work in all weather conditions.

**RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY, FUNDS AND INFORMATION**

This position has direct responsibility for property, funds and information. This individual must adhere to and follow all corporate policies and procedures.