Driver Manager - Heavy Haul

Anderson Trucking Service; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 62,500 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Anderson Trucking Service in Saint Cloud, Minnesota is seeking a Heavy Haul Driver Manager to lead their fleet's success and profitability. The role involves building strong, trust-based relationships with drivers, delivering on safety and performance metrics, and championing a culture of accountability.

With an annual earning potential of over $110,000, you'll thrive in a performance-driven environment. Key responsibilities include training, driving performance improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A comprehensive benefits package is included, ensuring employee welfare and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong communication skills for remote relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build strong remote relationships with drivers.
• Guide and develop fleet performance through training.
• Collaborate with HR and safety teams on compliance.

Skills

Relationship building

Coaching and performance management

Troubleshooting logistics issues

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field

2–3 years of relevant training

Job description

As a Heavy Haul Driver Manager, you are the driving force behind the success and profitability of your fleet. You lead with purpose in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, guiding a fleet of professional drivers through the ever‑evolving demands of the transportation industry.

In this role you will cultivate strong, trust‑based relationships with your drivers while delivering on key performance metrics—including safety, service, training, retention, and operational excellence. You will champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, aligning daily operations with the company's quality, utilization, and profitability goals.

If you thrive in a performance‑driven environment where effort equals reward, you'll feel right at home here with the Driver Manager position's incentive opportunity. Annual earning potential up to $110,000+ while supporting safe, efficient fleet performance!

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong remote relationships: foster meaningful, trust‑based connections with your fleet of drivers—no matter the distance—by delivering exceptional service and consistent support.
• Lead, train & develop: guide your fleet to success by providing ongoing training, coaching, and performance management aligned with ATS and departmental objectives.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally: partner with HR and safety teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting of medical concerns, leave requests, and compliance matters.
• Drive continuous improvement: conduct root‑cause analyses when issues arise, implement corrective actions, and proactively address performance challenges to prevent recurrence.
• Enhance driver retention: meet or exceed turnover goals by balancing professional expectations with personal support, creating a positive and productive driver experience.
• Own the load lifecycle: take full ownership of each load—from dispatch to delivery—by proactively communicating with internal teams and resolving issues that could impact service or driver satisfaction.
• Optimize driver performance: ensure drivers are fully prepared for each haul, including proper equipment, log hours, and scheduling. Actively manage ETAs and PTAs to maximize efficiency.
• Solve complex logistics challenges: troubleshoot loading/unloading issues and navigate regulatory requirements such as OD rules, border crossings, port protocols, and customer‑specific qualifications.
• Champion safety culture: lead by example in promoting ATS's safety standards. Educate drivers on best practices, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and minimize incidents through proactive engagement.
• Identify & mitigate hazards: monitor your fleet for potential safety risks and lead assessments or interventions as needed to maintain a safe and compliant operation.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or 2–3 years of relevant training and/or equivalent experience in a customer‑focused environment.
• Prior experience in the transportation industry is a plus but not required—we're ready to train the right candidate.
• Leadership experience, including supervisory or management roles, is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation & Benefits

• Total cash compensation range: $76,000 to $110,000+ including a base salary range of $62,500 to $87,500 and a nine‑month training incentive of $13,500. Base salary is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location.
• Anderson Trucking Service offers a comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment; paid holidays; paid time off; access to professional development opportunities; wellness programs; and employee assistance resources.