AJRTrucking is Hiring a Driver Manager-Transportation Near Lakewood, CO
AJR Driver Manager Job Description
AJR is a USPS Contract Carrier operating in the privatized sector of the postal transportation industry. Thanks to the company’s high-quality and resourceful project management and completion capabilities, it has managed to form a partnership with USPS that has lasted for more than 30 years. We are seeking motivated talent to join our team to drive positive results for you and our company!
Requirements:
· Previous people management experience required.
· Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to hire, coach, counsel, train, and mentor employees.
· Desire to surround customer with excellence in service.
· High aptitude for technology.
· The ability to multi-task while being detail oriented.
· Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
· Willingness to work 50 hours/week average and be on call as needed.
· Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
· Ability to travel within 150-mile radius of Kansas City as needed.
· Perform well under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
· Adapt well to quickly changing priorities.
· Class A CDL preferred but not required.
Job Summary:
· Provide leadership and accountability to a team of drivers.
· Maintain a safe work environment compliant with state and federal DOT/OSHA standards.
· Develops and maintains a sustainable audit process for driver files, vehicle maintenance records, and shipping papers to ensure regulatory compliance.
· Ensure company operational model compliance.
· Audit payroll for accuracy and approve for appropriate pay period.
· Support a culture of excellence in the quality of service to internal and external customers.
· Flexibility to work varying shifts as business levels increase and/or change.
· Promotes and develops safe work behaviors. Provides coaching to reduce injuries and vehicle accidents to exceed safety targets.
· Performs accident follow-ups, including post-accident check rides.
· Completes annual performance appraisals and development of improvement plans as required.
· Ensures sufficient driver staffing levels through recruitment and retention strategies.
· Presents and tracks safety and quality required training.
· Completes all required paperwork accurately and timely to ensure compliance with the company's various policies and procedures.