Driver Leader

Swift Transportation•Irvington, AL

14d•$51,900 - $61,000

About The Position

Swift Transportation is a truckload carrier with locations throughout the nation and an emphasis on continual learning, improvement, company culture, and employee growth. The Driver Leader oversees a fleet of 10 or more drivers, manages driver availability and fleet productivity, and works to maximize profitability for an assigned area. The role includes developing drivers through coaching and daily interactions, meeting drive-home-time expectations, managing tractor and trailer profitability, and proactively overseeing safety performance.

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.

Responsibilities

Lead a fleet of 10 or more drivers and manage driver availability to maximize fleet 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 drive-home-time expectations by actively managing expectations and keeping commitments.
Maximize profit and loss performance for all assigned tractors and trailers.
Proactively manage safety performance to meet insurance and claims cost as a percentage of revenue targets.