Driver Lead

About the Role:
Bee Line is seeking a Driving Lead to support our daily trucking operations by providing strong leadership, coordination, and communication between drivers, dispatch, and fleet management. This hands-on role is key to maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant transportation activities while fostering a positive and professional driving culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the primary liaison between drivers and dispatch.

• Oversee daily driver assignments, scheduling, and route coordination.

• Monitor driver performance to ensure adherence to FMCSA and DOT safety regulations.

• Assist drivers with load details, delivery instructions, and issue resolution.

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip compliance checks and verify documentation accuracy.

• Support onboarding, mentoring, and continuous training for new and current drivers.

• Review hours-of-service logs, ELD compliance, and vehicle inspection reports.

• Communicate any service delays, safety concerns, or equipment issues to management promptly.

• Use required PPE to safely inspect and climb on top of tankers.

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and professionalism.

• Participate in accident or incident investigations and corrective action follow-up.

• Assist the Fleet Manager with maintaining driver files, certifications, and performance records.

• Ensure dress code compliance at Bee Line and customer sites.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in efficiency and safety.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED preferred; additional training in transportation or logistics preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial driving experience in the trucking industry.

• Valid CDL-A license with a clean driving record.

• Prior leadership, training, or dispatch experience a plus.

• Strong understanding of FMCSA and DOT regulations.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Proficiency with ELD systems, dispatch software, and basic computer applications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and climb in/out of trucks and trailers.

• Ability to climb up to 12 ft. to secure covers on trailers.

• Ability to sit, stand, climb, and drive for extended periods.

• Comfortable working outdoors and in varied weather conditions.

Work Environment:
This position is based in a transportation and yard environment with daily interaction among drivers, dispatch, and maintenance teams. Safety, efficiency, and professionalism are always top priorities.

Join Our Team:
If you’re an experienced CDL-A driver with a passion for leadership, safety, and teamwork, we want to hear from you! Apply today to help us keep Bee Line moving safely and efficiently.