Lead Driver

Description

 SkyHop Global is one of the premier ground transportation companies for airline crews. We provide the transportation for pilots and flight attendants during their layover periods in a multitude of cities. The primary purpose of this position is to manage, coordinate, and schedule a fleet of drivers according to airline schedules. NOTE:  may be expected to be in the field 50-75% of their scheduled time.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Directs the work activity for a group of drivers that utilize the best cost option to maximize profitability and the customer experience.
• Provides leadership and direction to drivers to include process improvement, team-building, coaching and feedback.
• Assist in minimizing overtime only to emergencies situations.
• Assist the Station Manager with the following: Recruit, interview, select, train, motivate, coach, and mentor transport drivers.
• Responsible assisting in the daily maintenance review of fleet vehicles; daily vehicle inspections, schedule maintenance, and communicate concerns to Fleet Manager daily when necessary and through weekly. Manage checklists on the fleet.
• Promote safe work activities by conducting safety audits, leading station safety meetings on a regular basis and meeting with individual staff members.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist the Station Manager with managing local permits and vehicle registrations and communicate with finance for timely renewal.
• Maintain positive professional relationship with airport ground transportation. Attend meetings as required.
• Must complete required paperwork timely. Adhere to company policies and all protocol

Driver Responsibilities (While in the Field):

• Safely transport airline crew members to/from airports and hotels 
• Assist with luggage (up to 75 lbs.) 
• Communicate effectively via radio and in person 
• Deliver professional, on-time, customer-focused service 
• Create “Raving Fan” experiences on every trip 

What We Offer:

• Pay: $19.50/hour 
• Daily Cash Tips 
• Monthly Safety Bonus 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance 
• 401(k) with Company Match 
• Weekly Pay 
• Holiday Pay 
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company 

Requirements:

• Must be 21+ years old (DOT requirement) 
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License with 3+ years driving experience 
• Clean driving record (no recent violations or at-fault accidents) 
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. 
• Must pass background check, drug screen, and physical 
• Ability to obtain a Non-CDL DOT Medical Card 
• Conversational English required 
• Must be available weekends and holidays 

Important:

• This is a working leadership role, not a desk position 
• Strict no mobile device policy while operating company vehicles (no phones or smartwatches) 
• SkyHop Global is a drug-free workplace 

Ready to lead from the front and grow your career? Apply today and join one of the fastest-growing transportation companies in the country!
Former employees interested in rehire, please email [email protected]