Assistant Branch Manager CDL / Operations Assistant Manager CDL
About The Position
The Assistant Branch Manager will support daily branch operations and lead drivers in their day-to-day activities to ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations. This role involves working alongside branch leadership to ensure all day-to-day operations are completed, including completing routes for absent employees, assisting with morning duties like sorting freight and loading trucks, tracking and updating department reports, and monitoring compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies. The Assistant Branch Manager will also monitor freight flow and route performance, recommend improvements, participate in operational meetings, provide feedback to management, and assist in training and onboarding new staff. Travel may be required, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license or successfully complete company paid CDL training program within 90 days of employment
- Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work with all types of freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Business Management, Logistics or Operations Management or related field preferred
- 1+ years of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferred
Responsibilities
- Support daily branch operations
- Lead drivers in their day-to-day activities to ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations
- Complete routes for employees who are absent
- Assist with daily morning duties such as sorting freight and loading trucks
- Track and update daily department reports
- Monitor compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies
- Monitor freight flow and route performance; escalate issues or irregularities to leadership
- Recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service
- Participate weekly operational meetings
- Provide feedback to management regarding performance evaluations, attendance or safety concerns
- Assist in training and onboarding of new staff
- Perform other required duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Plan
- Quarterly Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
