What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Manager I position at CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc.?
Who We Are
Headquarters: Cedar Rapids, IA
Preferred Work From Home Location: Grand Rapids, MI
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc.
As a member of Team CRST, you’ll be part of one of the nation’s largest privately held transportation and logistics companies – this year celebrating its 70th anniversary. We offer services including truckload capacity, flatbed, transportation management, dedicated services, white-glove handling, team expedited and final mile delivery.
We drive over 158 million miles annually, thanks to the hard work of 4,000 drivers, a network of contractors and agents and support from 1,800 team members. Every mile reflects our tenacious commitment to over-deliver, exceed customer expectations and uphold the highest standards of safety and service.
CRST Dedicated Solutions
CRST's Dedicated Solutions division is focused on service excellence to retailers and producers who need consistent, dependable, high-quality delivery services. We provide customers the flexibility of a private fleet, without the expense.
The Role
The Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a fleet of trucks. Their main task is to ensure the fleet is well-maintained, meets legal requirements, and is operated efficiently to maximize productivity and minimize costs. They are responsible for managing and developing relationships with drivers to increase overall driver satisfaction and to improve driver retention. They also work closely with drivers to coordinate deliveries and ensure they arrive at their destination on time. Communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential to succeed in this role. These roles will support our partnerships with Home Depots in the area.
Shift: Tuesday through Saturday 9:30AM - 6:30PM - Occasional travel into markets to visit drivers and stores.
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; plus, additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The CRST Core Values: Safety at the Core of All We Do – Integrity in Every Decision and Action – Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities.
EEO Statement: CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Headquarters: Cedar Rapids, IA
Preferred Work From Home Location: Grand Rapids, MI
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc.
As a member of Team CRST, you’ll be part of one of the nation’s largest privately held transportation and logistics companies – this year celebrating its 70th anniversary. We offer services including truckload capacity, flatbed, transportation management, dedicated services, white-glove handling, team expedited and final mile delivery.
We drive over 158 million miles annually, thanks to the hard work of 4,000 drivers, a network of contractors and agents and support from 1,800 team members. Every mile reflects our tenacious commitment to over-deliver, exceed customer expectations and uphold the highest standards of safety and service.
CRST Dedicated Solutions
CRST's Dedicated Solutions division is focused on service excellence to retailers and producers who need consistent, dependable, high-quality delivery services. We provide customers the flexibility of a private fleet, without the expense.
The Role
The Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a fleet of trucks. Their main task is to ensure the fleet is well-maintained, meets legal requirements, and is operated efficiently to maximize productivity and minimize costs. They are responsible for managing and developing relationships with drivers to increase overall driver satisfaction and to improve driver retention. They also work closely with drivers to coordinate deliveries and ensure they arrive at their destination on time. Communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential to succeed in this role. These roles will support our partnerships with Home Depots in the area.
Shift: Tuesday through Saturday 9:30AM - 6:30PM - Occasional travel into markets to visit drivers and stores.
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; plus, additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Driver Management – Oversee a team of drivers to ensure exceptional customer service delivery and fleet profitability
- Customer Service – Perform all aspects of dedicated customer support including load booking and service failure resolution
- Operational Planning – Manage daily scheduling of equipment and drivers to maximize utilization
- Cross-Functional Communication – Serve as liaison between customers, drivers and internal departments to ensure smooth operations
- Driver Relations – Build and maintain positive relationships with drivers to enhance performance and support retention efforts
- Authorization – Approve pay-related items in alignment with company policy
- Safety Compliance – Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are consistently followed
- Performance Tracking – Assist in the development and management of customized KPIs to monitor and achieve performance goals
- Accountability & Reliability – Maintain regular and reliable attendance while performing other duties as assigned to support team and business needs
- Previous driver manager experience
- 1 year of experience in transportation/logistics
- 1 year experience in dispatching
- Associate’s degree
- 1-2 years of experience in transportation/logistics
- 1-2 years of experience in dispatching
- 1-2 years of experience with customer relationships
- Complex Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Operations and Monitoring
- Service Orientation
- Trouble shooting and Negotiation
- CRST is one of the largest privately owned trucking companies in the United States. That means you can count on our experience and ongoing commitment to provide the best service to our customers and the best work environment for our employees.
- We’re family-owned. We’re dedicated to building on our founder’s legacy to make CRST the transportation solution.
- CRST is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, IA. Our midwestern hometown is known for its strong values, commitment to our community, and the success of manufacturers and producers here and throughout the country. When we thrive, America thrives!
The CRST Core Values: Safety at the Core of All We Do – Integrity in Every Decision and Action – Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities.
EEO Statement: CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.