What are the responsibilities and job description for the SIMON | Lead Truck Driver position at Simon?
Job Summary
Supports logistics operations by assisting with daily oversight and direction of internal team of drivers to ensure trucking operations targets and deadlines are met; operates commercial vehicles used to transport equipment and materials to internal and external customer sites.
Main Responsibilities :
- Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
- Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of truck drivers, providing guidance and support to ensure they meet performance and safety standards; train new drivers in company policies, procedures, and safety protocols, and provide ongoing coaching and development to the team
- Manage internal driver’s and truck’s schedules based on Logistics Supervisor’s schedule requirements
- Conduct daily HASP meetings and weekly safety meetings
- Ensure that all team members adhere to safety regulations, including the proper loading and unloading of cargo, securing loads, and complying with DOT regulations
- Coordinate with operations and customers haul routes and delivery patterns when delivering materials and equipment to internal and external projects
- Collaborate with logistics team to plan optimal routes, schedules, and load assignments, considering factors like traffic, weather conditions, and delivery deadlines
- Perform pre-and post-trip safety inspections on truck to ensure safe operation of vehicles; maintain clean vehicle
- Ensure safe operation of vehicle; document and report required maintenance and / or repair to maintenance team (service department)
- Maintain accurate documentation related to job assignments as required by the Company
- Maintain clear and timely communication with the Logistics Supervisor and other team members to ensure smooth operations
- Maintain driver logs according to state and federal regulations
- Remain up to date on FMSCA and DOT regulations
- Obtain all necessary permits for Simon owned trucks as needed
- Manage Fleetwatcher dispatching and virtual ticketing in Logistics Supervisor’s absence
- Perform other projects and duties related to role as assigned
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Application window anticipated to close on 03 / 15 / 2025; open until filled.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.
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