Afterhours CDL Fleet Manager – Dispatch & Safety

Tucker Freight Lines; Milan (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucker Freight Lines is seeking an Afterhours Fleet Manager to oversee dispatching, maintenance scheduling, and driver relationships. The role involves leading a team of CDL Class A drivers, managing daily service needs, and maintaining strong client connections to ensure efficient transportation and logistics for customer shipments.

Ensuring safety compliance, monitoring costs, and providing timely reports are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and familiarity with DOT Hours-of-Service.
• Experience in trucking/CMV operations and dispatching preferred.
• Proficient with MS Word/Excel and basic computer skills.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication abilities.
• Must be a self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Comfortable working in a team and solving problems collectively.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches, schedules maintenance, and builds relationships with drivers.
• Leads and directs a team of CDL Class A drivers.
• Manages daily service requirements and client relationships.
• Oversees transportation and logistics for shipments to customers.
• Ensures safety guidelines are followed and DOT compliance maintained.
• Monitors costs and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Provides timely reports and supports strategic planning for regional growth.

Skills

DOT regulations/HOS

Truck/CMV knowledge

MS Word/Excel

Strong written/verbal communication

Self-starter/positive attitude

Teamwork and problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tucker Freight Lines is seeking an Afterhours Fleet Manager to oversee dispatching, maintenance scheduling, and driver relationships. The role involves leading a team of CDL Class A drivers, managing daily service needs, and maintaining strong client connections to ensure efficient transportation and logistics for customer shipments.

Ensuring safety compliance, monitoring costs, and providing timely reports are essential.