Intermodal Operations Specialist

Swift Transportation•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Position at Swift Transportation Schedule: Wednesday- Saturday 10am-10pm Compensation: $24-27 depending on expereince and qualifications Who We Are: Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities . We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

Requirements

Previous experience in transportation industry preferred.
Must be able to lead others.
Must possess exceptional communication skills.
Must be able to multi-task.
Must be able to work in high pressure situations in a fast paced environment.
Must be proficient in MS Office.
Bachelor's in Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
The Company does not sponsor employment visas.

Responsibilities

Lead a fleet of 10+ drivers and manage driver availability to maximize productivity of their fleet.
Routinely review P/L for assigned area and find 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 P/L for all assigned tractors and trailers.
Assign drivers to lanes that best serve both the company and the driver.
Ensure all drivers are treated with respect and equitably distribute work (desired lanes/least desired lanes).
Build and nurture long-lasting relationships with drivers.
Proactively manage safety performance to achieve insurance and claims cost as a percentage of revenue targets.
Ensure payroll accuracy for assigned drivers.
Perform driver reviews according to scheduled specified by Driver Retention.
Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.