On-Road Driver Supervisor for Springfield MA

PFG | Performance Good Group

17h•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The On-Road Driver Supervisor oversees and trains drivers at the operating company and ensures deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time. The role supports compliance with Department of Transportation and company regulations, monitors driver records and safety information, and assists with the day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery operations. The supervisor may ride with drivers for training or evaluation and cover delivery routes when needed. The position periodically requires attendance at meetings and reporting directly to the Springfield, Massachusetts operating company.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
2–4 years of transportation or related experience.
Knowledge of DOT and safety regulations.
Experience operating computerized fleet management systems.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical degree in business management, logistics, or a related area.
4–6 years of transportation experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience operating computerized fleet management systems within the foodservice industry.
Supervisory experience.
Food service experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise associates, including staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution.
Assist with scheduling and ensure deliveries and pickups are completed in a timely manner.
Ride with drivers for training and evaluation.
Assist the Transportation or Operations Manager with daily administration of transportation and delivery functions, including calculating driver payroll, reviewing trip logs and expense reports, resolving problems, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Use a computer keyboard to enter and access data in the automated fleet management system.
Monitor vehicle safety and safe use of ramps and handcarts, seat and weight belt use, safe lifting, and product handling; may attend quarterly safety meetings.
Track driver information, including license status, traffic tickets, accidents, and other risk- and safety-related data.
Ensure accurate completion of delivery and driver paperwork, including invoices, cash receipts, collection registers, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, DVIRs, driver qualification files, and accident reports.
Ensure trucks, tractors, and trailers are maintained through detailed review of post-trip inspections.
Work with the Transportation or Operations Manager to minimize operating expenses and ensure efficient delivery routing.
Attend meetings periodically and report directly to the Springfield, Massachusetts operating company.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including covering routes when needed.