Aggregate Transportation Manager

Robar Enterprises•Hesperia, CA

7d•$100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Aggregate Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient transportation of aggregates (such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone) from production sites to customers or distribution centers. This role ensures that deliveries are made on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of transportation, logistics, fleet management, or aggregate industry experience.
Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, transportation safety requirements, and fleet operations.
Experience with dispatching, route planning, payroll systems, and transportation management software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ADP or similar payroll systems.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and oversee the transportation of aggregates to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
Accept and confirm customer orders.
Manage a fleet of trucks and drivers, ensuring optimal routing and scheduling.
Monitor transportation costs and implement cost-saving measures.
Work closely with suppliers, dispatch teams, and customers to ensure smooth logistics operations.
Monitor and approve time cards for aggregate haul drivers in ADP.
Participate in planning meetings to support production schedules, customer demand, and operational priorities.
Provide transportation-related reporting, metrics, and analysis to management as needed.
Ensure compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and other transportation laws.
Enforce company safety policies, including driver training and vehicle maintenance standards.
Conduct safety audits with Robar Safety Manager and implement corrective measures when necessary.
Ensure outside haulers have required documentation (insurance, drug testing, CARB).
Coordinate with Fleet Manager on vehicle maintenance and repair schedules to ensure fleet reliability.
Recommend fleet upgrades or replacements to improve efficiency.
Assist with driver recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts.
Promote positive employee relations and maintain effective communication with transportation staff.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to improve operations.
Collaborate with production, sales, and dispatch teams to align transportation with business needs.