Lead, Driver

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Lead, Driver to oversee delivery and material transport operations supporting data center construction and operations in Memphis, TN. In this working-lead role, you will lead a team of drivers responsible for the safe, timely, and damage-free movement of high-value materials and equipment (including servers, networking gear, power systems, cooling infrastructure, and other critical components) between warehouses, vendor sites, and data center locations. You will combine hands-on driving and loading duties with team leadership, route coordination, and compliance oversight in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of drivers; assign routes, provide training, and ensure consistent, safe execution of all transport activities
• Load, drive, and unload materials using commercial vehicles (tractors, trailers, vans, and flatbeds) while meeting all federal, state, and local transportation requirements
• Safely load and unload trucks at pickup and drop-off points, primarily using forklifts; ensure loads are properly secured for undamaged delivery
• Scan barcodes and transact material movements in the WMS/ERP to meet inventory and receiving requirements
• Take route direction from logistics leadership and communicate issues, delays, or exceptions promptly to supervisors and affected teams
• Maintain and review all required delivery documentation; ensure paperwork accuracy and compliance
• Monitor vehicle condition, service records, cleanliness, and fueling; report problems immediately
• Operate Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) and maintain a safe driving record
• Support receiving, material handling, and inventory operations as needed
• Drive process improvements for efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• 3+ years of commercial driving experience (short-haul required; long-haul preferred), including at least 1 year in a lead, senior, or supervisory driving capacity

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in expediting, material handling, or high-volume manufacturing/data center logistics
• Experience with barcode scanning and ERP/WMS systems
• Experience operating a forklift and other material-handling equipment
• Experience transporting high-value or sensitive equipment
• Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) or ability to obtain
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and maintain high safety and compliance standards

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work long hours, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed to support project timelines
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• Willingness to work in warehouse and outdoor environments that may include varying temperatures, noise, and dust
• Must maintain a clean driving record and comply with all DOT and company safety policies