Assistant Branch Manager CDL - Mankato, MN
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, assists with freight sorting and truck loading, covers routes for absent employees, and helps monitor compliance, freight flow, and route performance. Travel may be required. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a 7:00 a.m. start. Variable shifts may be needed based on business needs, and voluntary weekend overtime may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $28.00–$35.50 per hour, based on experience and other relevant factors.
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 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 one year of experience in the transportation industry and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside branch leadership to support daily operations and ensure day-to-day operations are completed.
- Complete routes for employees who are absent.
- Assist with morning duties, including sorting freight, loading trucks, and other tasks as needed.
- 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 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
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
