Fleet Manager

Marten Transport • DeSoto, TX

104d

About The Position

The Fleet Manager serves as the driver's supervisor and representative in Operations, managing driver performance in identified categories and acting as the primary communication link to drivers. The role focuses on achieving optimum driver and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational ability
• Detail oriented
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to handle multiple and varied tasks
• Basic typing skills

Responsibilities

• Sole communications link to driver, including, but not limited to, load information, advances, purchase orders, maintenance coordination, performance counseling and dissemination of general company news and information.
• Responsible for assigned full fleet of tractors and drivers, including, but not limited to effective management for optimum performance in the following categories: On-time pickup and delivery performance, Out of route miles, Hours of service compliance, Driver availability, Accommodation of special routing needs, Cost control.
• Insure that each driver has an adequate understanding of all details of customer and company expectations on each load at the point of dispatch.
• Daily accounting of all assigned trucks and drivers.
• Other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Truck Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree