Director, Field Operations

Superior Plus Propane Talent Acquisition•Rocklin, CA

1d•$130,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a visionary Director, Field Operations to lead our transportation fleet and terminal operations across the US. This role requires a safety-focused operational leader with deep expertise in fleet management, terminal operations, regulatory compliance, and technology-enabled performance improvement, including experience with fleet telematics platforms such as Samsara and a strong understanding of PSM and environmental compliance requirements. This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations while supporting exceptional service delivery to both internal and external customers. Reporting to the VP, Primary Logistics, you will have the opportunity to shape operational strategy, optimize fleet and terminal performance, champion safety initiatives, and contribute to the future growth of our logistics network.

Requirements

7+ years Leadership experience within transportation, logistics, supply chain, field operations, terminal operations, or industrial operations.
Post-Secondary Education, or equivalent in certifications or certificate program in Business management, Transportation, Supply Management, Transportation Safety, Operations Management.
Strong knowledge of fleet management, transportation regulations, and operational compliance.
Demonstrated success leading frontline and supervisory teams.
Experience managing budgets, operational KPIs, and performance metrics.
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience utilizing Samsara or similar fleet telematics platforms to drive safety, compliance, driver performance, and operational efficiency.
Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and their application within regulated operational environments.
Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of California emissions regulations and environmental compliance requirements is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Champion compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Lead initiatives that reduce incidents and strengthen operational safety performance.
Partner closely with Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) teams to implement innovative safety programs and share best practices across the organization.
Foster a culture where employees feel empowered, accountable, and committed to working safely every day.
Ensure appropriate driver staffing levels to meet business and customer demands.
Drive utilization and productivity improvements across fleet operations.
Oversee vehicle maintenance programs and regulatory compliance.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment effectiveness and reduce operating costs.
Manage internal freight costing and rate structures to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
Ensure optimal staffing and operational readiness for terminal operations.
Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements for terminal operations.
Oversee preventative maintenance programs and asset management practices for terminal operations.
Ensure maintenance activities are accurately tracked and recorded within preventative maintenance systems.
Drive operational efficiency while maintaining high service standards in terminal operations.
Partner with Sales, Supply, Logistics, Procurement, and other business teams to identify operational growth opportunities.
Support new facility and infrastructure projects.
Provide operational expertise to enhance terminal and logistics capabilities.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen service, efficiency, and profitability.