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Driver Manager

Company Description

Shelton Trucking, founded in 1969, is a successful flatbed trucking operation with a fleet of over 300 trucks and 3 terminal locations in the Southeast. Our corporate office is located in Altha, Florida, with additional terminals in Jacksonville, FL and Saraland, AL.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellent customer service, and we offer local representatives to service our customers’ transportation needs. Our dedication, reliability and commitment to excellence mean you can always trust Shelton Trucking to be the best value for your bottom line.

Shelton Trucking joined the PS Logistics family of companies in 2018. This acquisition means that Shelton has been able to maintain its small business culture while gaining access to the resources of a larger corporation. Our customers and drivers will continue to receive the personalized attention they have come to expect from us, while also benefiting from the expanded capabilities and resources that come with being part of the PS Logistics family. We’re committed to continuing our tradition of providing safe, reliable and timely transportation services, and we’re excited to bring our decades of experience to PS Logistics.

Job Description

We are looking for a Driver Manager to manage the daily activity of our driver personnel. If you are looking for a career that gives you the opportunity to be a GREAT manager for our GREAT fleet, this is the perfect job for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

Communicate ETAs with load planners
Utilize McLeod, which is our operating software, to assign work to drivers all over the country
Direct the daily activities of drivers to designated territories or dedicated operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, and business objectives
Providing drivers with guidance on complying with any applicable local, state and federal statutes regulating the trucking industry.
Ensure that drivers are safe, productive, and deliver on-time to our customers.
Counseling drivers and assisting them with over the road issues
Assist drivers with keeping important documents up to date such as driver’s license renewal, random drug tests and physicals

Qualifications

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or any related field or 1-3 years of experience in dispatch or fleet management
Proficient experience with truck dispatch software
Flatbed Experience a plus
Microsoft Office knowledge
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Must be detail oriented and have a great interpersonal skills

Additional Information

This position is Monday-Friday 7am-5pm. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for all benefits, including Health.

This job is a salary position with no guarantees for career progression. This does not mean that you will not be considered for other positions or opportunities.

PS Logistics complies with all applicable equal employment laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation from the company.

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What You Should Know About Driver Manager, PS Logistics

At Shelton Trucking, we're on the hunt for a dedicated Driver Manager to join our fantastic team in Jacksonville, FL! If you thrive in a dynamic environment and love leading teams, this might just be the opportunity you've been waiting for. As a Driver Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing our skilled driver personnel, ensuring that our operations run smoothly and efficiently. You'll be the bridge between our drivers and the logistics team, communicating crucial ETAs and strategically assigning tasks through our McLeod operating software. We value reliability and safety, so your guidance in helping drivers navigate local, state, and federal regulations will be essential. In this role, not only will you be responsible for maintaining productivity, but you'll also provide support to our drivers during their journeys. If you have a degree in Logistics or experience in dispatch and fleet management, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Shelton Trucking and be part of a team that not only cares about its operations but also its people and clients. Let’s make every delivery a success together!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Driver Manager Role at PS Logistics

What does a Driver Manager do at Shelton Trucking?

A Driver Manager at Shelton Trucking is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of our drivers, ensuring timely communication of ETAs and compliance with industry regulations. They utilize our operating software to assign work and support drivers with any issues that arise over the road, ultimately ensuring safety and productivity across our fleet.