JOB SUMMARY The Department of Public Works (DPW) Public Transportation Lead Driver will work to transport DPW and Burning Man Departments by safely navigating Gerlach, Black Rock City, and surrounding areas in an assigned vehicle throughout the event production cycle.    This temporary, ineligible for benefits role is:  + From July - October : Full-Time Non-Exempt , based Black Rock City, Nevada .    The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on March 3rd, 2025 .     DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Daily Operations (70%) + Responsibly, attentively and safely fuel and drive a designated fleet vehicle following a specified route in a timely manner. + Create and oversee driver work schedules. + Manage ridership data collection and prepare final documentation reflecting season totals. + Knowledge of and ability to perform basic, daily vehicle maintenance as directed by Auto Shop standards.  + Knowledge of all routes and timelines for deliverables. + Observe and relate relevant information to the DPW Logistics Manager pertaining to any needed repairs or maintenance to the rental vehicle allocated. + Collaborate with Managers and Crew Leads for their team servicing requirements.  + Maintain a respectful demeanor and effective interactions with all persons, providing services with care and offering thoughtful acknowledgement of requests.  + Responsible for inventory organizing, stocking, and keeping a clean, safe and tidy work environment. + Contribute to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents for assigned projects. Leadership (25%) + Advise and support other Drivers; Ability to remain flexible and step in when necessary. + Help to orient all riders to the rules and procedures of the Transportation Team, making sure that all protocols and responsibilities are fulfilled.   + Consistent communication with the DPW Support Operations Manager about crew dynamics, morale, and performance observations providing regular reports and feedback when requested.  + Ensure compliance with BRC’s safety and quality specifications, documenting incidents and supporting corrective measures when implemented. + Monitor the well-being of staff and self, supporting clear, manageable work expectations, and managing self-care; Proactively address any concerns with management. + Serve as a mentor, positive role model, and team leader guiding people as they work, identifying the best people for the job, instructing and sharing skills as necessary. Other Functions and Responsibilities (5%) + Work with the Team to plan and execute LNT and Waste disposal plans for all relevant operations. + Adjust workflow to support changing safety protocols as directed. + Participate in Meetings when requested and maintain related correspondence. + Be familiar with, understand and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies, protocols and behavioral standards. + Monitor personal well-being by setting realistic goals and managing self-care while proactively addressing any concerns with management. + Perform other duties as directed.   LEARNING AND TEACHING + Documentation - Assists in the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to their assigned duties. + Knowledge sharing – Helps acculturate and educate junior staff in Burning Man culture and business processes. + Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested. + Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.   QUALIFICATIONS Required + Familiarity with Burning Man and event-based production work.  + Proven knowledge of Black Rock City; Able to drive safely and navigate Black Rock City streets that are congested with pedestrians, bicycles, and vehicles. + Experience with supervision of laborers and volunteers. + Ability to problem solve, apply critical thinking to situations, and remain calm under stress. + Proven leadership experience; Ability to lead by example, motivate teams, and have excellent interpersonal skills. + Clear, service-oriented communication, verbally and written; Able to evaluate, tailor style and patiently respond to needs for support. Experience with using 2 way radios. + Effectively manages own time and the efforts of the team as a whole. + Operates with behavioral integrity and reliability, paying careful attention to detail in the handling of important information. Able to instill and apply order and cleanliness to the work environment. + Working knowledge of Google products (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive). + Capable of working in an extreme environment including drastic temperature changes, high winds, poor air quality and low to no visibility at times; Experience in remote wilderness and/or desert environments.  + Ability to temporarily relocate for work at the Burning Man event held in Gerlach, Nevada Preferred  + It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture. + First Aid Knowledge Note: If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant experience in your application.   REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS + Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record    COMPENSATION Individual compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors, including prior experience and geographical location. The anticipated rate for this position: + From August - October is $16.00 to $19.00 per hour .   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT + On-playa:   This position requires periods of heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing. This position will be physically demanding, and requires individuals with good physical health, and endurance.   NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS: + Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply. + Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. + Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Powered by JazzHR