Lead CDL Driver (Night Shift)

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.

Lead Driver Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the nightshift CDL driving team, ensuring efficient, safe, and timely movement of trucks/equipment between intrastate company job sites (equipment, aggregates, parts, muck, etc.). Primary focus is flatbed and dump truck operations.
• Serve as the primary field leader for assigned drivers.
• Provide direction and assistance to drivers during regular operations.
• Help coordinate driver assignments, routes, trucks, and job-site activities.
• Communicate schedule changes and operational instructions to drivers.
• Monitor driver performance and report significant issues to management.
• Help train new drivers on company procedures, equipment, routes, job sites, and safety expectations.
• Assist drivers with questions or problems encountered in the field.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and accountability among drivers.
• Serve as a communication link between drivers and management.

Driving Responsibilities

• Drive various trucks/equipment as needed while overseeing other nightshift drivers.
• Ensure trucks are properly loaded and all equipment is securely fastened; load and unload heavy equipment as required. Direct and assist with offloading and spotting for other drivers.
• Conduct and oversee daily pre-trip inspections of trucks and equipment prior to nightshift operations.
• Responsible for truck maintenance awareness; promptly report any issues to the maintenance technician and manager, and coordinate resolution during the shift.
• Supervise and assist with site cleanup and maintenance efforts during night hours, including cleaning, painting, sweeping, and construction debris disposal.
• Enforce safety protocols, manage shift handovers, and maintain clear communication with dayshift teams and management.
• Mentor and support nightshift drivers to maintain high performance and adherence to company standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Commercial Driver License Class A
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid US driver’s license with a good driving record
• Ability to pass a DOT drug screen
• Willingness and ability to work consistent night shifts

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of experience driving with a Class A CDL (1+ years preferred minimum)
• Prior experience in a lead, supervisory, or team-lead role
• Experience with end dump, belly dump, and/or side dump trucks
• Experience operating heavy machinery such as a skid steer, wheel loader, telehandler, etc.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated reliability, work ethic, and ability to lead by example on shift

Additional Requirements

• Position requires consistent nightshift hours and may include extended hours and weekend work
• Ability to lift and haul 50 lbs unassisted
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop, bend, push, and pull
• Position requires outdoor work in varying conditions
• Must be comfortable working independently with limited direct supervision during overnight hours while leading a small team

CultureWe're a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.
Benefits We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.
The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.