Driver Manager

Sun Coast Resources INC

12h•Onsite

About The Position

JOB TITLE: Driver Manager LOCATION: Midland, TX POSITION REPORTS TO: Terminal Manager SCHEDULE: Night shift. Overtime and weekends will be required. On call 24/7. Occasional travel, with overnight stay may be required. COMPENSATION: Commensurate with skills and experience

Requirements

Must be local to Midland, or willing to relocate (must live within 60 miles of the Sun Coast terminal)
Valid class A license with tanker / hazmat endorsements and a good driving record
Strong knowledge and understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulatory guidelines
Professional appearance and attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel programs
Flexible schedule – come in early, stay late, and work on weekends, On call availability 24/7
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Flexibility and ability to conform to shifting priorities, responsibilities, strategies, demands and timelines
Ability to provide employees with feedback, performance standards, clear instructions, and expectations
Ensure employees have the tools and resources to do their job
Coach and guide team members while assessing strengths and opportunities
Ensure there is two-way communication with all team members
Provide a positive and effective work environment

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience
Experience in the fuel transportation industry

Responsibilities

Manage drivers, including job performance, coaching and progressive discipline
Conduct safety meetings with drivers
Assist in collecting pre-employment and training documentation, ensure routing to appropriate department
Perform audits for mainstream deliveries
Enforce all DOT regulations, procedures and policies
Ensure the overall health, safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment
Assist with the maintenance and operation of all trucks
Respond to and assist drivers with any complications or issues
Follow up on driver concerns with delivery locations
Handle driver concerns, complaints and issues promptly and courteously
Investigate spills and cross drops
Brief manager on daily issues
Communicate with other departments, staff groups and customers regarding drivers
Ensure schedules are met and deliveries to are done in a timely fashion
Enforce and follow Sun Coast’s accident and incident reporting procedures for accidents and spills
Maintain a qualified driver status according to all related DOT regulations
Conduct check rides with drivers to help improve efficiencies and improve performance
Assist in gate checks to ensure that drivers have proper documentation, and the equipment is in good order with no defects.
Other related tasks as assigned by manager