Driver Manager / Fleet Manager (Dispatch) $60K to $74K

AFC Companies • Gary, IN

2h • $60,000 - $74,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AFC is seeking an experienced Dispatcher, Driver Manager, Fleet Manager, or Fleet Operations Manager to manage a dedicated board of over-the-road flatbed or reefer drivers. The role focuses on building relationships with drivers—many of whom are lease-purchase drivers or owner-operators—rather than using force dispatch. The load planning team provides available freight, and the Driver Success Manager works with drivers to select appropriate loads, stay productive, and earn revenue. The position begins with a board of 20 to 25 trucks, with the opportunity to grow the fleet.

This is an in-office position at AFC's Gary, Indiana terminal, five days per week, with a Monday-through-Friday daytime schedule and no after-hours shifts. AFC provides hands-on, on-site training. The company describes itself as family-owned and women-owned, operating a nationwide asset fleet of more than 200 flatbed and reefer trucks as well as a brokerage division.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a Dispatcher, Driver Manager, Fleet Manager, or Fleet Operations Manager at an asset-based carrier.
• Experience managing a board of 20 or more drivers; OTR experience is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of HOS rules and DOT compliance.
• Calm, clear phone skills, including the ability to handle difficult conversations.
• Ability to negotiate with drivers and gain buy-in without forcing dispatch.
• Comfort using a TMS and ELD/telematics systems.

Nice To Haves

• Flatbed experience, including securement and tarping, or reefer experience with temperature-controlled freight.
• Experience with lease-purchase or owner-operator programs.
• McLeod and Samsara experience.
• Former CDL driver.
• Understanding of driver settlements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated board of OTR flatbed or reefer drivers as their primary point of contact.
• Present load options from the planning team and obtain driver commitment to customer freight.
• Perform daily board checks to keep drivers moving, on time, and on track to meet revenue and mileage goals.
• Monitor hours of service (HOS) and plan loads around the 11-, 14-, and 70-hour rules.
• Review Samsara safety alerts, including following distance, speeding, and idling, and coach drivers.
• Plan driver home time and follow through on commitments.
• Schedule preventive maintenance and coordinate with maintenance to arrange timely truck repairs.
• Coach underperformance using data, document it, and escalate when needed.
• Identify at-risk drivers early and lead retention conversations.
• Help drivers understand their settlements and pay.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after 60 days.
• 401(k) plan, with eligibility subject to plan terms.
• 80 hours of PTO per year, accrued each pay period and usable after 60 days.
• Weekly pay.
• Hands-on training on-site at the Gary terminal.
• Opportunity to grow, with leaders who know employees by name.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed