Job Description
COME BE A PART OF OUR EXCELLENT TEAM!
• High School Diploma Preferred, but NOT Required
• On-The-Job Training
• Increases Every 6 Months for First 36 Months
• Shift Premiums on 2nd and 3rd Shifts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 14 paid Company Holidays
• 80 Hours of Vacation
• 48 Hours of Sick
• 401K w/ GENEROUS Match
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for Auto Allowance of $300 per Month
• Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month
• Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses
• Team Wear
• Eligible for Discretionary Bonus Annually
• Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!!
About GLOVIS America Inc.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.
Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor; Van Driver Lead will help oversee a bus of 10+ employees as they conduct safe/efficient vehicle movement and parking. Lead Driver will help preparations on vehicles for various stages of logistics processing. Must be open to overtime.
Responsibilities
Primary
• Direct drivers to vehicles and their designated locations.
• Drive and park vehicles in accordance with the vehicle handling procedures when needed
• Must obey all traffic laws while operating the vehicle.
• Must follow a set schedule or route.
• Operate their bus while watching their surroundings to maximize safety.
• Maintain constant contact with the Supervisor and keep track of pickup and drop-off locations as necessary.
• Prior to driving vehicles, Van Driver Lead must remind and inform drivers to inspect vehicles to ensure that it is damage-free and functioning correctly.
• Must follow all Port traffic policies and posted speed limits.
• Any unsafe conditions or road hazards encountered must be reported to management.
• If their vehicle develops mechanical difficulties or sustains damage of any type, drivers must document the problems and report to management.
• Read and understand parking location maps
• Van Driver lead must immediately report all accidents or incidents.
• Assists in enforcing conduct and safety rules in the van.
Secondary
•Prepares vehicles for various stages of processing
•Performs various yard activities as directed:
•Performs tire pressure checks using a hand-held pressure gauge
•Performs battery condition checks using hand-held equipment
•Drives vehicles on/off conveyors
•Removes exterior/interior plastic protective wrap
•Drives vehicles to fueling stations and through automated car washes
•Remove trash from vehicles
•Complete checklists as required
• Perform scanning for various movement functions
• Perform vehicle spotting for other drivers or customers
All other duties as required
Compensation Range
$23.30 per hour
Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to read, write and count
• Drive both automatic and stick shift vehicles
• Ability to understand and apply vehicle handling procedures
• Good depth perception and hand eye coordination
Education & Experience
• High School Diploma Required
• Supervisory experience Preferred
• 5 months to 1 year of experience Required
• Automotive experience Preferred
• Valid Driver's License Required
Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Physical Requirements
• Constantly use right and left foot controls
• Constant use of right and left hands for simple and firm grasping
• Constant use of right and left hands for fine manipulation
• Lift usual 5 lbs, up to 55 lbs.
• Carry usual 5 lbs, up to 55 lbs.
• Sit and drive 5+ hours per day
• Stand, climb, kneel, balance, squat, crouch, jump 1-3 hours per day
• Walk, bend, stoop frequently 3-5 hours per day
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Working and Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Typical outdoor setting and environment
• Must be comfortable driving 3/4 ton van with employees on board
• Exposure to outdoor temperatures and vehicle exhaust fumes
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.
