What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Manager position at Perdido Trucking Service LLC?
Position Summary:
SALARY - 60,000 to 65,000 per year (based on experience)
The Driver Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of their team of drivers. They ensure that everyone on their team is working safely and delivering the loads that are assigned to them.
Driver Managers must have strong leadership skills and a clear understanding of how to manage people effectively. They must also be able to communicate clearly with their drivers, customers and Perdido management.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide excellent customer service, this includes daily order taking and informing customers of any change in delivery schedules.
- Daily coaching and management of drivers.
- Dispatch daily freight orders to drivers following all safety policies and procedures.
- Must understand DOT guideline, rules, and regulations (Hours of Service, Driver Logs, DVIR and Federal and State weight limits).
- Responsible for making sure trucks are utilized to the highest revenue goal potential per day.
- Work with Maintenance Personnel to ensure equipment breakdowns and/or services are completed.
- Complete daily reports for management.
Essential Skills Required:
- Must be able to work in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.
- Must have proficient knowledge and skill in operation of a computer and utilizing Microsoft Office applications to include: Outlook, Excel and Word.
- Must demonstrate strong problem-solving, reasoning and organization skills.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000