Driver/Fleet Manager

Job Duties

• Manages driver performance by setting expectations, conducting regular reviews and implementing corrective action processes.
• Works with the Area Manager, HR, and/or the Safety department on any issues that may result in termination or lease cancellation, in the case of ICs.
• Accountable for the safety and regulatory performance of their drivers and implementation and execution of corrective actions plans for all drivers below goal.
• Works 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.
• Tracks and manages assigned drivers' schedules, including planned time off, holiday pay compliance, and vacations.
• Resolves driver payroll discrepancies, including authorizing additional accessorial and hourly pay when appropriate.
• Manages driver utilization to ensure their drivers achieve targeted utilization levels; works with load planners to improve driver productivity.
• 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.

Minimum Job Requirements

• 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 have extensive trucking background with dispatch experience.