Spee-Dee Delivery Service is Hiring a Route Driver Group Leader - Sioux Falls, SD Near Sioux Falls, SD
Company Overview Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that started in 1978 by Donald 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 to 36 branch locations, covering 8 states in the Midwest. Job Summary The Group Leader will oversee and lead a group of Route Drivers in their day-to-day activities to ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations. Hours and Wages
Exempt, salary position with pay based on experience, $60k-$70k
Duties and Responsibilities
Complete routes for employees who are absent
Prepare, manage, and track daily department reports
Monitor route work to ensure it is being performed properly and freight is disbursed appropriately
Enforce safety, DOT, and company policies
Recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service
Evaluate and complete probationary and annual employee performance reviews
Assist Operations Manager and other management to resolve employee issues and discipline
Participate in weekly meetings and communicate goals and assignments
Hire, train, discipline, and onboard new staff
Frequent travel is required
Perform other required duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
Ability to build, motivate, and lead a high performing team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, local and company safety policies
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
1 year of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferred
Physical Requirements
Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
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.