Driver Manager - Heavy Haul

Key Responsibilities

• Build Strong Remote Relationships: Foster meaningful, trust-based connections with your fleet of drivers—no matter the distance—by delivering exceptional service and consistent support.
• Lead, Train & Develop: Guide your fleet to success by providing ongoing training, coaching, and performance management aligned with ATS and departmental objectives.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with HR and Safety teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting of medical concerns, leave requests, and compliance matters.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Conduct root-cause analyses when issues arise, implement corrective actions, and proactively address performance challenges to prevent recurrence.
• Enhance Driver Retention: Meet or exceed turnover goals by balancing professional expectations with personal support, creating a positive and productive driver experience.
• Own the Load Lifecycle: Take full ownership of each load—from dispatch to delivery—by proactively communicating with internal teams and resolving issues that could impact service or driver satisfaction.
• Optimize Driver Performance: Ensure drivers are fully prepared for each haul, including proper equipment, log hours, and scheduling. Actively manage ETAs and PTAs to maximize efficiency.
• Solve Complex Logistics Challenges: Troubleshoot loading/unloading issues and navigate regulatory requirements such as OD rules, border crossings, port protocols, and customer-specific qualifications.
• Champion Safety Culture: Lead by example in promoting ATS's safety standards. Educate drivers on best practices, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and minimize incidents through proactive engagement.
• Identify & Mitigate Hazards: Monitor your fleet for potential safety risks and lead assessments or interventions as needed to maintain a safe and compliant operation.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or 2–3 years of relevant training and/or equivalent experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Prior experience in the transportation industry is a plus but not required—we're ready to train the right candidate.
• Leadership experience, including supervisory or management roles, is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation & Benefits

• Total cash compensation range of this position is $76,000 to $110,000+ including a base salary range of $62,500 to $87,500 and nine-month training incentive of $13,500. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work.
• Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• We provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees.