Lead CDL Driver,

5 days ago


North Aurora, IL, United States Spee Dee Delivery Full time

Offering a $10,000 sign on bonus for CDL Class-A driver

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest.

Job Summary

The Lead CDL Driver is responsible for leading a group of CDL Drivers in their day-to-day duties.

Hours and Wages

  • Monday- Friday, 7:30AM - completion of route
  • 5 -15 hours of overtime may be required each week
  • Required to cover variable shifts (days/nights/weekends) based on business needs
  • Paid OT at time and a half after 40 hours per week
  • Starting wage: $26.00-$30.00 per hour, based on experience

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Complete routes for employees who are absent
  • Assist drivers with daily morning duties such as sorting freight, loading trucks and other duties as needed
  • Assist with the initial training period of new drivers
  • Deliver and pick up freight in a timely manner from customers and shippers
  • Inspect and report any mechanical problems with the vehicle
  • Collect payments as needed
  • Verify the content of pickups on shipping papers
  • Notify management of any problems or discrepancies
  • Maintain professional personal appearance as well as cleanliness of vehicle
  • Participate in weekly meetings and communicate goals and assignments
  • Travel may be required
  • Perform other required duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain a doubles/triples endorsement
  • Must possess good customer service and organizational skills
  • Must have leadership skills and the ability to make quick decisions

Education and Experience

  • At least 21 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license OR successfully complete Company paid CDL training program

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
  • Ability to bend, lift, twist, climb stairs, while moving freight on and off company vehicle
  • Ability to lift and move freight weighing up to 100 pounds
  • Ability to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals

Benefits

  • Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.


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