Driver Manager Full Time

Fit is assisting a transportation company near Monroeville, AL in their search for an experienced Driver Manager. Pay is in the $32-$33K range depending on experience.

Job Requirements:

• Manage fleet of up to 35-40 drivers
• Manage the day to day dispatching and communication with the drivers and Load Planners
• Dispatch drivers, working closely with routing regarding planning/assigning all loads to trucks
• Track all routes daily to ensure drivers are executing their route assignments as planned
• Actively manage drivers to ensure they are following all company safety policies and DOT rules and regulations.
• Monitor driver’s daily performance to ensure each one is fully utilizing available HOS
• Communicate effectively and timely with customer service, routing, and shipping on missed stops, product shortages, and all other delivery issues.
• Make driver retention a priority every day to ensure all fleet trucks remain fully staffed
• Monitor stats:  Off route, MPG, miles per day, revenue per truck
• Coordinate the servicing of fleet equipment with the shop
• Actively participate in daily department meetings and any other meetings as assigned
• Make safety a #1 priority in all activities and discussions with drivers
• Build relationships with owner operators and lease purchase operators