Lead, Driver

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

Requirements

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; 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

Nice to have

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