- Plan efficient routing of drivers
- Communicate load information to drivers
- Efficient planning to ensure OTD (on-time delivery) standards are met
- Ensure driver's HOS (hours of service) are sufficient for successful planning
- Responsible for keeping tractor maintenance and expirations current and scheduling services with internal and external vendors
- Meet or exceed budgeted driver count
- Meet or exceed driver turnover ratio
- Assure driver pay thresholds are met
- Make sure performance KPI (key performance indicators) are met (loaded mile percentage, order count, on duty hours, etc.)
- Works with Customer Service to ensure load requirements are met
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 2+ years' experience in transportation operations
- Bulk transportation preferred
Skills Required:
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Management experience preferred
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to exercise independent judgement
- Ability to direct and manage employees and contractors
- Ability to follow established policies and procedures of the company
- Knowledge of Federal DOT (Department of Transportation), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and EPA regulations
- Must be able to work with interruptions and deadlines
- Must be able to effectively interact with internal and external customers
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
- Majority of time will be spent at the service center- in the office and on the yard
- Flexibility in scheduled hours and days worked is required
- Occasional weekend work and non-business hours availability is required
- Occasional travel to other service centers as needed
Since 1948, Highway Transport has been a chemical tanker trucking company with a reputation rooted in family and tradition. What makes Highway Transport a choice employer? We hire top talent in the industry to join our team and invest in resources to support career advancement. Highway Transport offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-paid Life Insurance and a 401(K).