Assistant Branch Manager CDL
Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. · St Joseph, MO · 1 wk ago
Management$26–$30/hrInternship
Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978, specializing in standard, next-day ground delivery. Headquartered in St. Cloud, MN, we employ over 1,800 people across the Midwest.
About the role
The Assistant Branch Manager supports daily branch operations and leads drivers to ensure timely, safe, and efficient service.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM start
- May be expected to cover variable shifts based on business needs
- Voluntary overtime on weekends (as needed)
- Paid overtime at time and a half after 40 hours per week
Pay
Starting wage: $26.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside branch leadership to support daily operations
- Complete routes for absent employees
- Assist with daily morning duties such as sorting freight, loading trucks, and other tasks
- Track and update daily department reports
- Monitor compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies
- Monitor freight flow and route performance; escalate issues to leadership
- Recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service
- Participate in weekly operational meetings
- Provide feedback to management on performance evaluations, attendance, or safety concerns
- Assist in training and onboarding new staff
- Travel may be required
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s degree in Business Management, Logistics, or Operations Management preferred
- Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver’s license or complete company-paid CDL training within 90 days of employment
- 1+ years of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferred
- Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
- Ability to work with freight including hazardous material, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals
Skills
- Ability to build, motivate, and lead a high-performing team
- Excellent management and communication skills (written and oral)
- Thorough understanding of federal, state, local, and company safety policies
- Strong organizational and project management skills, including meeting deadlines
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Plan
- Quarterly Bonuses