Assistant Trucking Operations Lead

Assistant Trucking Operations Lead Location: Xenia, OH Type: Full-Time Salaried; Exempt Reports To: Fleet & Trucking Manager At DanceOne, our fleet operations are essential to delivering world-class dance events across the country. We're looking for experienced, safety-driven CDL professionals ready to step into a leadership role supporting compliant, efficient trucking operations nationwide. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in driving and fleet operations who are eager to grow their leadership impact, support drivers, and help ensure every tour runs safely, smoothly, and on schedule. What We Offer: Competitive Salary (Will be commensurate with CDL tenure, regulatory expertise, and leadership experience) Quality Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, along with options for FSA, HSA, and other supplementary insurance plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential 24/7 support, including counseling and work-life resources, to promote employee well-being 401(k) with generous employer match Company-paid holidays and PTO The opportunity to play a key role in advancing safe, efficient, and compliant trucking operations supporting nationwide tours What We Are Looking For: DanceOne is seeking a CDL-A licensed Assistant Trucking Operations Lead to support fleet safety, driver compliance, and DOT-regulated operations across national tours. This role partners directly with the Fleet & Trucking Manager and plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and audit-ready fleet. What You'll Do: Operations & Dispatch Support Support load planning, dispatch execution, route optimization, and driver coverage Manage exceptions like breakdowns, delays, weather, and customer escalations Coordinate with maintenance on downtime, repairs, and vehicle readiness Ensure completion of BOLs, PODs, lumper receipts, and scale tickets DOT & Compliance Maintain and assist with DOT compliance systems and documentation Driver Qualification (DQ) files, Hours of Service (HOS) monitoring and corrections DVIRs, pre-trip/post-trip compliance, and defect resolution tracking Coordinate Drug & Alcohol program steps with HR/TPA and support DOT audits Safety & Company Standards Enforce safety policies; lead incident response, documentation, and corrective actions Run driver coaching on safety events, scores, and behaviors Conduct safety meetings, tailgates, and intervention tracking Samsara (Telematics, ELD, Cameras) Administer or backup Samsara: user setup, device health, geofences, and workflows ELD/HOS workflow management and safety/camera event review Build weekly/monthly safety and utilization reports Train drivers and supervisors on Samsara best practices Finance & Cost Controls Track operational costs, detention/layovers, accessorials, tolls, and fuel transactions Support payroll inputs and reduce cost leakage through documentation controls Continuous Improvement Maintain SOPs and update processes based on regulatory and operational learnings Participate in training programs and support standard work implementation Valid Class A CDL (Required) MUST be 21 years of age or older Minimum 35 years of CDL driving and/or trucking operations experience Working knowledge of ELD systems, DOT regulations, and FMCSA compliance Proven safety-first mindset and operational discipline and leadership Join the team behind the movement. If you take pride in safe, compliant trucking operations, teamwork, and supporting complex, multi-state logistics, this is your opportunity to join a company that relies on disciplined fleet execution to deliver live events nationwide. Equal Opportunity Statement: DanceOne is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination of any kind. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Texting Privacy Policy and Information: Message type: Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Message frequency will vary depending on the application process. Msg & data rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting "Stop".