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Driver Manager

URS Group
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/1/2026

Reporting to an Area Manager with an operational region. The position would be responsible for the management of a group of drivers and/or ICs. The driver manager is a key leadership position that oversees the day-to-day execution of their assigned driver fleet. The driver manager is accountable for the performance of their drivers in the areas of service, safety, quality, productivity, and retention. The driver manager will focus on maintaining positive employee relationships. The driver manager is responsible for conducting regular performance reviews with their drivers and determining corrective action plans when performance is below expectations.

 

JOB DUTIES:

  • Manages driver performance by setting expectations and conducting regular reviews
  • Accountable for the safety and regulatory performance of their drivers and implementation and action plans for all drivers below goal
  • Work alongside the Safety Coordinators to ensure their drivers are compliant in all FMCSA regulations such as: hours of service, random drug testing, proper licensing and endorsements
  • Responsible for problem resolution with assigned drivers
  • Accountable for driver retention
  • Trains and mentors drivers to ensure success in areas such as proper use of tools and systems, including, for example, Pedigree, Magnus Driver App
  • Manages driver utilization to ensure their drivers achieve targeted utilization levels; works with load planners to improve driver productivity
  • Responsible for driver execution of assigned work
  • Enforces understanding and compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including the United Road Core Values
  • Contributes to an atmosphere of trust and teamwork that values contributions of all employees in support of a high performance culture
  • Supports load planning in the areas of re-planning and recovery of loads
  • Works until driver issues are resolved for the day and/or a proper hand off has been made
  • Monitors deliveries and pickups for service failures and proactively alerts load planning and/or customer service of any loads in jeopardy of failure
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or appropriate work experience is preferred.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
  • Must exhibit a passion for workforce development.
  • Experience working in the trucking sector is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, interpersonal relationships, resources, and information.
  • Excellent reading comprehension, oral and written communication skills required.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
  • Strong skills with Excel, & MS Office Suite required.

 

United Road is proud to offer our full-time employees best-in-class benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. From comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to generous retirement savings options and paid time off, we provide a benefits package that goes beyond the basics. We also offer unique perks like a zero-dollar-out-of-paycheck medical plan, telehealth, wellness discounts, and employee assistance resources, ensuring that our team is fully supported both at work and in life. These benefits reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent while helping employees thrive every day.

 

Health & Wellness

  • BCBS PPO Medical with Telehealth
  • Delta Dental
  • NVA Vision
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Supplemental Life
  • Dependent Life
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • New Vehicle Supplier Discounts

Financial Benefits

  • 401(k) with Company Match

Work-Life Balance

  • PTO Program (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Jury, Bereavement)
  • 6 Paid Holidays

Salary : $55,000 - $57,000

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