Assistant Branch Manager CDL

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Rockford, IL

11d

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 operational duties, may cover employee routes when staff are absent, and helps with morning freight sorting and truck loading. It also supports reporting, safety and policy compliance, freight flow and route performance, productivity improvement, staff training, and onboarding. Travel may be required, and other duties may be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 7:00 AM start. Variable shifts may be required 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. The starting wage is $28.00–$35.50 per hour, based on experience.

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 and loading trucks.
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.