About the role
<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.</span></p></div><h3><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE:</strong></h3>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Lead, Driver</strong> 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.</p>
<h3><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></h3>
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<li>Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of drivers; assign routes, provide training, and ensure consistent, safe execution of all transport activities</li>
<li>Load, drive, and unload materials using commercial vehicles (tractors, trailers, vans, and flatbeds) while meeting all federal, state, and local transportation requirements</li>
<li>Safely load and unload trucks at pickup and drop-off points, primarily using forklifts; ensure loads are properly secured for undamaged delivery</li>
<li>Scan barcodes and transact material movements in the WMS/ERP to meet inventory and receiving requirements</li>
<li>Take route direction from logistics leadership and communicate issues, delays, or exceptions promptly to supervisors and affected teams</li>
<li>Maintain and review all required delivery documentation; ensure paperwork accuracy and compliance</li>
<li>Monitor vehicle condition, service records, cleanliness, and fueling; report problems immediately</li>
<li>Operate Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) and maintain a safe driving record</li>
<li>Support receiving, material handling, and inventory operations as needed</li>
<li>Drive process improvements for efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery</li>
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<h3><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></h3>
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<li>High school diploma or equivalency certificate</li>
<li>Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)</li>
<li>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</li>
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<h3><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</strong></h3>
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<li>Experience in expediting, material handling, or high-volume manufacturing/data center logistics</li>
<li>Experience with barcode scanning and ERP/WMS systems</li>
<li>Experience operating a forklift and other material-handling equipment</li>
<li>Experience transporting high-value or sensitive equipment</li>
<li>Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) or ability to obtain</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead teams and maintain high safety and compliance standards</li>
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<h3><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</strong></h3>
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<li>Must be willing to work long hours, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed to support project timelines</li>
<li>Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs. unassisted</li>
<li>Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods</li>
<li>Willingness to work in warehouse and outdoor environments that may include varying temperatures, noise, and dust</li>
<li>Must maintain a clean driving record and comply with all DOT and company safety policies</li>
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