Driver Leader

Decker Truck Line • West Des Moines, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Decker Truck Line is a family-owned company with over 95 years in business, recognized as one of North America's Best Fleets to Drive For and the #1 Large Carrier to Drive For in 2025. They have also received the "Elite Fleet" award in 2026 and the "Iowa Motor Truck Association Image Campaign" award for community involvement. Decker is seeking a full-time Driver Leader for their Operations Department, ideally with a background in Reefer/Van or Flatbed truckload operations. This role offers a Monday-Friday, first shift schedule (7am-4pm or 8am-5pm).

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent work experience
• Previous directly-related experience
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced professional work environment
• A background in MS Office is required
• Capability to calculate time zones, understand DOT HOS regulations, and comprehend military time

Nice To Haves

• Experience with McLeod Transportation software
• Experience with Geotab E-log systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of Drivers and managing all aspects of the Driver experience
• Coaching and mentoring to achieve specific customer service expectations, safety records and business goals
• Managing payroll, Driver productivity, asset/equipment utilization, safety & regulatory compliance & auditing
• Making safety-conscious decisions and ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures
• Utilizing innovation and continuous improvement to streamline processes and practices
• Helping to improve Driver retention
• Collaborating cross-functionally with departments such as customer service, planning, driver pay, regulatory, HR and safety to identify solutions to daily business challenges
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary paid weekly plus bonuses
• Optional Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
• One week of PTO upon hire; another week at 6 months and then annually thereafter
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level