Fleet Manager
Job DescriptionSOAR Transportation Group is a full-service transportation management provider and we are ready to expand our team! We are looking to fill a position on our team with a new Fleet Manager.Our MissionWe deliver excellence in temperature-controlled transportation and logistics services. Dedicated to safety, quality, and on-time service delivered by professional drivers, highly committed customer support, and the latest technology and equipment.Our VisionTo be a recognized industry leader in temperature-controlled transportation and logistics services focused on delivering excellence in everything we do while sustaining a culture that puts customers, drivers, and our driver support team first. Through safe and timely service execution, we are the first choice in professional transportation management.Our CultureWe want to create a progressive open office culture centered around creating the best driver experience and recruiting the best talent in the marketplace.Position RequirementsAbility to lead others, ability to influence othersAbility to communicate well with others; ability to transfer knowledgeAbility to identify opportunities to increase efficiency and improve processes to obtain and maintain quality resultsAbility to solve problems and work in high-pressure situationsDetail-orientedComputer/keyboarding skillsKnowledge of the transportation industry is required.ResponsibilitiesLead and retain a designated fleet of driversEstablish a good working relationship with each driverWork with planning personnel to obtain loads for their fleet and dispatches driversManage driver availability to maximize the productivity of their fleetPerform A.M. and P.M. checks on trucks and note dailyPerform monthly driver reviews within the first 30 days of employment for experienced drivers in order to measure and record performanceManage driver performance and take proper disciplinary steps if necessaryKnow, support, and enforce company policiesManage service levels of 98% for on-time pickup and deliveryEnsure payroll accuracy for assigned driversAll other duties and projects as assignedQualificationsAbility to lead othersKnowledge of the transportation industryAble to communicate in both writing and verballyProven ability to solve problems while working in high-pressure situations3 years of leadership experience within the transportation industry preferredExperience in McLeod is a plusEeocAdditional Information:SOAR Transportation Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.Benefits IncludePTOPaid Holidays401kMedicalDentalVisionLife.