Assistant Branch Manager CDL - Kirksville, MO

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Kirksville, MO

12d•$28 - $36

About The Position

The Assistant Branch Manager supports daily branch operations and leads drivers in their day-to-day activities to ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations. The role works alongside branch leadership to complete daily operations, may cover routes for absent employees, and assists with morning freight sorting and truck loading. It also helps monitor freight flow, route performance, safety and policy compliance, and departmental reporting. Travel may be required. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 7:00 AM start. Variable shifts may be needed based on business requirements, and voluntary weekend overtime may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. The starting wage is $28.00–$35.50 per hour, based on experience. This is a full-time, nonexempt position.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license or successfully complete the company-paid CDL training program within 90 days of employment.
Ability to build, motivate, and lead a high-performing team.
Excellent management skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, local, and company safety policies.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including meeting deadlines and achieving results.
Ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Business Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
At least 1 year of transportation industry and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Support branch leadership with daily operations and ensure day-to-day work is completed.
Complete routes for employees who are absent.
Assist with morning duties, including sorting freight and loading trucks.
Help track and update daily department reports.
Assist with monitoring compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies.
Monitor freight flow and route performance, and escalate issues or irregularities to leadership.
Recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service.
Participate in weekly operational meetings.
Provide management with feedback regarding performance evaluations, attendance, or safety concerns.
Assist with training and onboarding new staff.
Travel as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.