Driver Manager

United Road Services, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

PTO

Paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

United Road Services, Inc. is seeking a Driver Manager to lead a group of company drivers and owner-operators in Elwood, IL.

You will oversee daily performance, safety, service quality, productivity, and retention, while building strong relationships with drivers. Reporting to a Fleet Manager, you will conduct regular performance reviews, mentor drivers, coordinate with HR and Safety, and ensure FMCSA compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible related work experience.
• Experience in trucking sector is a plus.
• Strong time management, interpersonal, resources, and information handling skills.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication; ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficient with Excel and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage driver performance by setting expectations, conducting regular reviews, and implementing corrective action.
• Collaborate with Fleet Manager, HR, and Safety on issues affecting termination or lease cancellations.
• Ensure safety and regulatory performance; implement corrective actions for drivers below goal.
• Mentor drivers to improve use of tools and systems (e.g., Pedigree, Magnus Driver App).
• Schedule and track driver time off, holidays, and vacations; resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Monitor driver utilization and coordinate with load planners to boost productivity.
• Enforce company policies and foster a high-performance, trust-based culture.
• Support load planning with re-planning and recovery of loads; ensure on-time handoffs.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: United Road Elwood - Elwood, IL 60421, Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary, About United RoadUnited Road is the largest finished vehicle logistics company in North America. We move new and used vehicles for OEMs, dealerships, auctions, and fleet operators across the continent. We do it through company drivers, owner-operators, and thousands of third-party carriers in our Haully network. Our pillars are simple: Expertise, Partnership, and being Ever-Present for our customers and carriers. This role lives the Partnership pillar every day.

Driver ManagerThe Role

Reporting to a Fleet Manager with an operational region. The position would be responsible for the management of a group of drivers and/or ICs. The driver manager is a key leadership position that oversees the day-to-day execution of his/her assigned driver fleet. The driver manager is accountable for the performance of their drivers in the areas of service, safety, quality, productivity, and retention. The driver manager will focus on maintaining positive employee relationships. The driver manager is responsible for conducting regular performance reviews with their drivers and determining corrective action plans when performance is below expectations.

Job Duties

Manages driver performance by setting expectations, conducting regular reviews and implementing corrective action processes. The Driver Manager will work with the Fleet Manager, HR, and/or the Safety department on any issues that may result in termination or lease cancellation, in the case of ICs.Accountable for the safety and regulatory performance of their drivers and implementation and execution of corrective actions plans for all drivers below goal. Work alongside the Safety Coordinators to ensure their drivers are compliant in all FMCSA regulations such as: hours of service, random drug testing, proper licensing and endorsementsResponsible for problem resolution with assigned driversAccountable for driver retentionTrains and Mentors drivers to ensure success in areas such as proper use of tools and systems, including, for example, Pedigree, Magnus Driver AppTracks and manages assigned drivers' schedules, including planned time off, holiday pay compliance, and vacationsResolves driver payroll discrepancies, including authorizing additional accessorial and hourly pay when appropriateManages driver utilization to ensure their drivers achieve targeted utilization levels; works with load planners to improve driver productivityResponsible for driver execution of assigned workEnforces understanding and compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including the United Road Core ValuesContributes to an atmosphere of trust and teamwork that values contributions of all employees in support of a high performance cultureSupports load planning in the areas of re-planning and recovery of loadsWorks until driver issues are resolved for the day and/or a proper hand off has been madeMonitors deliveries and pickups for service failures and proactively alerts load planning and/or customer service of any loads in jeopardy of failure

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or appropriate work experience is preferred.A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.Must exhibit a passion for workforce development.Experience working in the trucking sector is a plus.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, interpersonal relationships, resources, and information.Excellent reading comprehension, oral and written communication skills required.Ability to maintain confidential information.Attention to detail.Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.Strong skills with Excel, & MS Office Suite required.Location: On-site (this is not a hybrid role) Elwood, IL (SW Chicago area)

Benefits Summary

United Road is proud to offer our full-time employees best-in-class benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. From comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to generous retirement savings options and paid time off, we provide a benefits package that goes beyond the basics. We also offer unique perks like a zero-dollar-out-of-paycheck medical plan, telehealth, wellness discounts, and employee assistance resources, ensuring that our team is fully supported both at work and in life. These benefits reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent while helping employees thrive every day.

Health & Wellness

• BCBS PPO Medical with Telehealth
• Delta Dental
• NVA Vision
• Company Paid Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life
• Dependent Life
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• New Vehicle Supplier Discounts
• Financial Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Work-Life Balance
• PTO Program (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Jury, Bereavement)
• 6 Paid Holidays :