Operations Manager

Lead the yard team to safe, efficient, zero-downtime operations by developing people, communicating clearly, and owning the site 24/7.

Leadership & People

• Provide 24/7 site ownership as the primary point of contact for drivers, customer leadership, and EGA leadership.
• Set the tone for a professional, respectful, and solutions-focused work environment on all shifts.
• Build strong relationships with drivers and shift leads; be visible on all shifts with a flexible schedule so you can work alongside each team member.
• Communicate clearly and consistently…expectations, schedule changes, safety updates, and customer priorities.
• Focus on driver success and retention: remove obstacles, recognize strong performance, and address issues early and respectfully.
• Lead pre-shift and post-shift meetings that are short, organized, and motivating, with clear takeaways and follow-up.
• Coach and counsel in a professional, fair, and documented manner that aligns with EGA values.
• Uphold a business-professional presence in the office and on the yard, modeling the standard you expect from the team.

Operations, Safety & Compliance

• Own site performance
• Assist in yard spotting when needed.
• Flexible scheduling to work with all employees across all shifts
• Assist in writing site-specific SOPs.
• Train team members on SOPs and safety expectations.
• Continuously manage and update SOPs as operations evolve.
• Ensure completion and quality of DVIRs, including tire tread depth, PSI, and other safety-critical checks.
• Oversee equipment fleet maintenance, basic on-site repairs, and manage idle time to control fuel and wear.
• Monitor SmartDrive safety events and use them as coaching opportunities.
• Manager site scheduling and coverage planning.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventory and checklists.
• Ensure the yard is clean, organized, and squared away, with strong first-impression presentation for the customer.
• Manage fueling times and patterns to minimize downtime and control costs.
• Lead or coordinate safety meetings and videos.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a felony or misdemeanor? If yes, please explain
• Do you have any points on your MVR? If yes how many? Please explain
• Is your Clearinghouse in good standing?

Experience:

• yard spotting in a yard spotter: 1 year (Required)
• verifiable CDL A driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000