Driver Leader 2

Swift Transportation•Columbus, OH

11d•$50,900 - $61,800

About The Position

Swift Transportation is seeking a Driver Leader 2 to lead a fleet of 10 or more drivers, manage driver availability, and maximize fleet productivity and profitability. The role includes reviewing profit and loss for the assigned area, coaching and developing drivers, managing home-time expectations, overseeing tractor and trailer profitability, and proactively managing safety performance. The position requires operations, planning, or customer-account experience, leadership ability, strong communication, multitasking, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. An associate degree in Business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. The annual pay range is $50,900 to $61,800. Swift offers a range of insurance and other benefits, training, development, and growth opportunities, and opportunities to support local communities. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in Operations, Planning, and/or Customer Accounts.
Ability to lead others.
Exceptional communication skills.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to work in high-pressure situations in a fast-paced environment.
Associate degree in Business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the company does not sponsor employment visas.

Responsibilities

Lead a fleet of 10 or more drivers and manage driver availability to maximize productivity.
Routinely review profit and loss for the assigned area and identify ways to maximize profitability.
Develop high-performing drivers through daily interactions, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
Meet driver home-time expectations by actively managing expectations and keeping commitments.
Maximize profit and loss for all assigned tractors and trailers.
Proactively manage safety performance to achieve targets for insurance and claims costs as a percentage of revenue.