Driver Manager

TransChem USA is on the hunt for a Driver Manager to join our team in Baytown, TX, overseeing driver operations and ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality deliveries of bulk liquid hazardous materials. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and compliance to drive operational excellence and maintain exceptional customer service.

About the Role

This role involves managing and coordinating driver schedules and vehicle utilization to ensure on-time, safe, and efficient deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate driver schedules and vehicle utilization to ensure on-time, safe, and efficient deliveries.
• Train, coach, and counsel drivers on safety protocols, hours of service, fuel compliance, and company policies.
• Manage, develop, and communicate with drivers daily, addressing their concerns and supporting them to succeed in their responsibilities.
• Promote high expectations of safety and productivity with drivers.
• Monitor and analyze driver performance metrics to improve productivity, reduce idling, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintain proactive communication with drivers, other departments, and customers to anticipate and resolve delivery issues.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, HM regulations, and company policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for escalated operational decisions to prevent service failures.
• Coordinate driver training programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory and company requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify trends, address inefficiencies, and execute corrective action plans.
• Work closely with management and customers to achieve company objectives.
• Exercise independent judgment in managing day-to-day trucking operations and related transportation support services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support terminal operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred).

Required Skills

• 2 years in transportation, logistics, or dispatching (tanker or hazmat experience a plus)
• Experience managing trucking operations and support services
• Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and HM regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; TMW experience a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Comfortable with technology and fast-paced environments

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the tanker industry or with hazardous materials transportation (preferred).
• 2 years of management experience (preferred).

Why TransChem USA?

At TransChem USA, we’re a family-owned company built on integrity and driven by our people. We provide a supportive, team-focused environment with the tools, training, and opportunities you need to grow and succeed in your career.