Driver Manager

Melton Truck Lines • Tulsa, OK • 1h ago

Description

The Driver Manager is accountable for managing a group of about 50 drivers with the dual goals of maintaining a high level of on time delivery and overall service and supporting driver needs. The position holds a high level of responsibility of service, productivity and driver retention.

This position is in-office/on-site, Monday-Friday 7am-4pm.

You might be a great fit if:

You enjoy a challenging and fast-paced environment

You're organized and not intimidated by (sometimes lengthy) to-do lists

You have attention to detail, you're motivated by helping people and making their lives better,

You can manage and prioritize multiple initiatives at once while still meeting deadlines,

You deal positively with obstacles and failures in pursuit of challenging goals,

You're a highly motivated, self-starter and consider yourself a life-long learner

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages 50 over the road drivers in regards to:

On-time delivery

Safety issues

Productivity

Driver satisfaction

Verbal dispatch of load assignments

Home time

Pay issues including driver advances

Pre-plans

ETA's and PTA's

Maintenance issues

Hours of service (logs)

Trip planning / Routing

Fuel conservation

Uses Innovative System and Fleet Commander to monitor fleet activity to ensure on-time driver service.

Coordinates pre-calls and directions.

Manages drivers' time in service and time off to maximize productivity and properly utilize equipment.

Identifies, investigates and documents all service failures.

Evaluates driver performance and recommends disciplinary action as required.

Coordinates and resolves driver issues with other departments.

Investigates and recommends action on additional pay issues to supervisor.

Requirements:

High school diploma required, college or additional training/schooling preferred.

Minimum 2 years customer service experience, dispatch, management, or transportation experience preferred.

Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and have solid computer/technical/typing skills.

Must be able to communicate clearly, handle stressful situations and pay close attention to detail. Must also be able to work and perform as a team player. Must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, and manage a diverse workforce.

Why Melton?

Top Workplace Award Winner for 8 consecutive years as of 2023

Onsite Café & gym at our Tulsa location

Opportunities for Career Advancement and Growth

Vibrant Company Culture with Team Events and Incentives

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Owned

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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