Driver Manager

Driver Manager

The Driver Manager is responsible for the safe and productive utilization of our equipment by assisting and managing the efforts our drivers.

Job Details

Prepare driver schedules for local and long-distance transports

Assign load to equipment and driver in a manner to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery and to meet the customer requirements

Review customer orders and determine proper routing, equipment, and manpower requirements

Supervise drivers

Ensure the most efficient freight movement and cost-effective service

Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and safety regulations

Complete incident/accident reports as required

Resolve transportation issues with urgency and professionalism

Organize and maintain all paperwork, data files, and reports

Must have experience in dispatching for a trucking company

Must have knowledge of the local area

Must have basic knowledge of DOT laws and requirements

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve

Knowledge of DOT laws and requirements is preferred.

High school diploma required

Must have 2-3 years dispatch/driver manager experience in a fast-paced environment

Must have at least 1-2 years of supervisory experience

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls and office equipment. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open office environment. Candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

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