Automobile Transport Driver (Drive Team)

Job DetailsJob Location: Hyundai of Cuyahoga Falls - Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 HourlyJob Title: Automobile Transport Driver (Drive Team) Job Type: Full-Time Location: Based in Northeast Ohio (Akron area) Position Overview We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Automobile Transport Driver to join our dealership drive team. In this role, you will travel with a team to regional auto auctions within a 400-mile radius of Akron, Ohio, and drive newly purchased vehicles back to our dealership locations. Key Responsibilities Team Transport & Travel: Ride with the drive team to regional auto auction sites (up to 400 miles from the Akron area). Vehicle Relocation: Safely operate newly purchased auction vehicles—ranging from sedans to light trucks—on return routes to the dealership. Vehicle Inspection: Conduct pre-drive safety inspections (fluids, tires, brakes, lights) on purchased vehicles before departure. Logistics & Paperwork: Complete inventory movement forms, log mileage, and report any pre-existing mechanical issues or damage to team leaders immediately. Safety & Compliance: Follow all traffic laws, speed limits, and safety regulations during transport. Qualifications License: Valid Driver’s License with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Experience: Minimum 2 years of safe driving experience. Capabilities: Ability to operate diverse vehicle makes, models, and transmissions. Stamina: Comfortable with long highway drives (8–10+ hour round trips) and extended periods of sitting. Teamwork: Strong communication skills and a cooperative attitude when traveling with the drive team. Requirements: Must pass a background check and drug screening. Benefits Competitive hourly pay + overtime eligibility Full health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay 401(k) retirement plan Options QualificationsRequired Education: - None specified   Preferred Education: - High School Diploma or GED a plus, but not required   Required Experience: - Prior driving experience with a clean driving record required - Experience with long-distance driving preferred   Preferred Experience: - Previous experience as a dealership driver, delivery driver, or transporter preferred - Experience handling vehicle documentation, inspections, or customer-facing delivery roles is a plus   Required Skills and Abilities: - Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability required - Strong attention to detail, reliability, and flexibility for on-call scheduling - Ability to drive long distances (up to 15 hours) and follow compliance/documentation procedures   Preferred Skills and Abilities: - Excellent communication and customer service skills - Strong organizational skills for handling paperwork accurately - Comfortable with technology/navigation tools and adaptable to varying schedules and destinations