Driver Leader 2

Swift Transportation•North Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

Swift Transportation is hiring a Driver Leader 2 to lead a fleet of 10 or more drivers and manage driver availability to maximize fleet productivity. The position focuses on driver development, operational performance, profitability, home-time expectations, and safety. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Compensation is $55,000–$60,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Swift Transportation describes itself as a nationwide truckload carrier with a history dating to the 1960s. The company emphasizes continual learning, improvement, workplace culture, and employee growth. It offers training and development opportunities and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Swift Transportation does not sponsor employment visas.

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.

Responsibilities

Lead a fleet of 10 or more drivers and manage driver availability to maximize fleet productivity.
Routinely review the 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 insurance and claims cost targets as a percentage of revenue.