Mgr, Driver Support II

Job Overview

This position is responsible for providing leadership within a team of Driver Managers with USA Truck to work cooperatively in order to exceed all required metrics for safe and efficient operation, maximize revenue and minimize costs, and meet or exceed the customer’s service needs. This position will provide leadership to Driver Team Members and other Driver Managers, by modeling USA Truck’s core values.

What will you enjoy doing (duties/tasks)

• Coach Driver Managers to understand fleet operational costs, network needs, and balances.
• Develop efficient plans to drive long term performance and develop a winning environment for all team members.
• Perform daily functions of Driver Manager role for a group of Driver Team members.
• Monitor, coach and counsel Driver managers in proper Safety practices and compliance, to successfully achieve company standards and metrics.
• Direct assigned Driver Team Members to always operate in a safe and compliant manner, in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Fill in and assist with Regional Manager duties as required.
• Recommend measures to improve procedures, performance, and quality of services.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist employees in solving work problems.
• Mentor Driver Managers on how to build strong relationships with each Driver in order to promote driver retention.
• Lead your team to achieve company accident goals and safety compliance.
• Monitor utilization, maintenance goals, and layover trucks.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure a successful operation.
• Prepare and present training necessary for team members to achieve desired results.
• Model and teach effective communication to our internal and external customers. And Collaborate with Fuel Management Team to maximize fleet fueling and idle time efficiencies.

What you need to succeed (Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes)

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years fleet operations experience
• Experience in an management role
• Strong general knowledge of DOT regulations
• General knowledge of freight management including pricing, planning, and customer service.
• PREFERRED SKILLS • Proficiency in Microsoft Office • Ability to develop team members through effective coaching skills • Effective communication and collaboration laterally, upward, and downward • Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience • Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results • Ability to promote a culture of trust and safety
• This position will be required to work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and, with or without reasonable accommodation, is required to: • Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. • Frequently operate a computer for extended periods of time and regularly operate other office productivity machines. • Occasionally ascend/descend stairs and move up to 20 pounds of office objects. •
• Frequently communicate with peers, supervisors, third parties, and other employees to exchange accurate information and answer questions. • Occasionally attend meetings in buildings outside corporate office and at off-site locations with various internal conditions, and requiring travel in various external conditions.
• Travel domestically as necessary. This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position; other duties outside of normal responsibilities may be performed as necessary to meet the needs of the organization. Nothing in this position description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

• Many of our jobs come with great benefits-including healthcare, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Career Advancement . We’re strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success.
• Your Safety is important to us, so we will provide protective gear.
• Health Advocacy support for you and your family.
• Employee discounts

Benefits:

Medical

We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.

Vision

The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.

Dental

The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.

Direct Deposit

We offer direct deposit to all employees.

Holidays

On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.