Lead Transportation Driver

Job Summary: Whitaker Transportation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Truck Driver  
and Transportation Supervisor to join our team. This role combines the responsibilities of a truck driver  
with leadership duties in overseeing transportation operations, safety, and communication. 

Whitaker Transportation LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary, and operating as the transportation arm of the Whitaker organization founded in 1953, has over 67 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. Whitaker, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, has become one of the largest contractors in the intermountain area with more than 400 employees and nearly 50 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon 

Whitaker Construction offers an exceptional benefits package including:  

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success  
• Competitive wages  
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance  
• 401 K and Match  
• Vacation  
• Paid Holidays  
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing)  
• Referral Bonuses  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

Roles and Responsibilities:  

Including but not limited to the list below.  

• Facilitate safety meetings specific to the daily needs of truck drivers.
• Regularly review Smith Driving principles discussed in recent trainings.
• Help facilitate effective pre-trip walkarounds with each driver as needed.
•  Act as the point of contact for project personnel, taking phone calls or other communications from field personnel and disseminating    information to each of the trucks, including subcontractors.
•  Serve as the point of communication for Sam Williams when he needs to communicate with drivers during the day.
•  Assist with the accuracy of trucking tickets.
• Make yourself available to other drivers to answer questions regarding tracking and billing.
• Work with Transportation Manager and Project Engineers to ensure accuracy in truck tickets.
• Gather and make yourself available to turn in any tickets for drivers.
• Work all day as a truck driver, actively participating in driving duties alongside the people you manage.
• Monitor the efficiency of each driver and report any issues to Transportation Manager, including concerns for both Whitaker Drivers and Sub-Contractors.
• Earn an additional $2.00 on top of the already agreed-upon wage for these additional responsibilities.
• Supervise dispatchers and drivers, managing performance based on established KPIs with an emphasis on safety, productivity, efficiency, and service delivery.
• Implement and monitor weekly reports to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Develop management reports for net-revenue budget, analyze P&L statements, and create operational or financial reports.
• Ensure the achievement of OSHA-related targets for recordable incidents and lost time incidents.
• Ensure all trucks are DOT legal, maintaining current registration, permits, IFTA, etc.
• Have a firm understanding of federal and state DOT regulations and laws.
• Maintain current and accurate DOT records.
• Keep vendor packets and contract records with leasers/vendors up to date.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures for efficient transportation operations.
• Promote the company’s safety culture, conduct driver safety briefings, quarterly training, and annual reviews to ensure DOT compliance and company safety requirements are met.
• Handle large volumes of phone calls/emails in a timely manner.
• Ensure regular preventative maintenance services are scheduled on time and safety-related mechanical issues are addressed promptly.
• Schedule and coordinate daily truck schedules.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to ascertain and implement solutions when issues arise with vendors, customers, and employees. 
    

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation industry. 
  
• Working knowledge of DOT and IFTA guidelines. 
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
  
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and organizational skills. 
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. 
  
• Effective time and resource management. 
  
• Proactive in identifying and solving potential issues. 
  
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize duties. 
  
• Effective team player with a willingness to adapt, learn, and grow according to the needs of the company. 
  
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. 
   

Physical Requirements:

• Able and willing to work long hours, including days, nights, weekends, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to sit, type, and perform computer work for long periods.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, feel, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, and job hazards.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 
   

Whitaker Construction is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a dedicated professional with a strong background in transportation management and driving, and you meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of construction logistics