LEAD DRIVER
Description

 

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Job 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: Depending on location size; may be expected to be in the field 50-75% of their scheduled time.

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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: $22.00/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


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 HR@skyhopglobal.com

Requirements

 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
Salary Description
$22.00 per hour + cash tips + safety bonus