Driver Manager - Final-Mile Safety & Service Lead

Temco Logistics LLC

Shakopee (MN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Job summary

Temco Logistics LLC is seeking a Driver Manager to join our final mile delivery team. You will drive operational excellence, coach drivers, and ensure DOT safety compliance in a white-glove Home Appliance Installation environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring on-road operations, routing optimization, payroll coordination, staff training, and daily driver support to maintain exceptional service standards for Home Depot installations.

Qualifications

Experience with home appliance installation or mechanics to learn processes.
Strong knowledge of routing, scheduling, and DOT safety compliance.
Proven ability to lead teams and fill in during absences or peak times.

Responsibilities

Monitor on-road operations and support drivers with calls, exceptions, and issue resolution.
Prepare manifests, review routing for optimization and DOT compliance, coordinate changes with the MDO team.
Train and onboard new customer service staff.
Build office and driver schedules and ensure hours adherence.
Review payroll accuracy and partner with Driver Managers on route adjustments.
Manage check-in compliance and daily exception processing.
Order office supplies and maintain proper staging of product and paperwork.
Support inbound/outbound processes in 3PL locations.
Investigate freight and Sedgewick claims.
Assess waste/recycling operations and recommend improvements.
Lead and support drivers daily to ensure readiness and success.
Monitor performance metrics and coach for improvement.
Oversee DOT compliance and safety standards for drivers and equipment.
Conduct on-road observations and Safe Work Habits Assessments.
Partner with operations to optimize routes and maintain fairness.
Drive a culture of professionalism and customer satisfaction.