Driver Manager

For individuals seeking to grow their career in logistics, 10 Roads Express offers the opportunity to join a team dedicated to providing time-definite delivery for our customers. As one of the largest private for-hire fleets in the country, we proudly make the necessary investments in technology and equipment to provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for today’s evolving needs. As we grow, we seek individuals that are ready to drive their career forward at 10 Roads!

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $55,000 per year.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Immediate PTO Accrual.

Position Overview: We are looking for an enthusiastic, forward thinking, and highly motivated candidate for the position of Driver Manager to manage a group of drivers within a specific region.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing driver performance, route scheduling, equipment maintenance scheduling, and collaborating with all functional groups to meet operational goals.
• Provides leadership and guidance to drivers through frequent communication and face-to-face interactions
• Responsible for conducting driver performance appraisals, training and developing drivers, enforcing company and customer policies, and disseminating general company news and information
• Works with Operations Manager to achieve proper staffing levels within region
• Responsible for optimizing performance of assigned drivers: On-time pickup and delivery performance; Hours of service compliance; Driver availability and scheduling preferences; Accommodation of special routing needs; Proper Vehicle Inspection Procedures and Reporting.
• Ensures correct use of, and assists with driver training on, company systems (Qualcomm/Omnitracs, Dispatch software, timesheets, etc.) so work performed is accurately represented
• Manages driver schedules by establishing rotations and coordinating with Schedulers
• Maintaining assigned equipment through established preventive maintenance and repair programs in coordination with Fleet Manager
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws and regulations
• Reviews and makes recommendations on route design and works to identify and resolve operational issues
• Represents the company at Postal facilities, customer sites, suppliers and vendors within assigned region
• Responsible for coordinating maintenance/cleaning/snow removal for office, yard, and/or parking locations in assigned region

Qualifications:

• 2 years supervisory experience.
• Transportation, supply chain or logistics experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic with a professional, positive attitude.
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate multiple solutions to make sound decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• High School or equivalent
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends

10 Roads Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local commission, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job ID: 3778, 3805

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you been referred to this role by a current employee? (Please list the referrals first and last name.)

Ability to Commute:

• Homewood, IL 60430 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Homewood, IL 60430: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000