Driver Manager - Heavy Haul

ATS, Inc.; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 62,500 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ATS, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Haul Driver Manager to lead a dedicated fleet of drivers in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring operational excellence through strong relationship building, effective training, and performance management. The position offers an annual earning potential of up to $110,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates should have a degree in a related field and experience or willingness to learn in the transportation industry. If you're ready to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, apply now.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Supervisory or management roles are preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with drivers.
• Ensure drivers meet performance metrics like safety and operational excellence.
• Conduct root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with HR and safety teams on compliance matters.
• Lead training and development for the fleet.

Skills

Leadership experience

Relationship building

Performance management

Logistics problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

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

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 = reward,you'llfeel right at homeherewiththe 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 of this position is $76,000 to $110,000+ including a base salary range of $62,500 to $87,500 and nine-monthtraining incentive of $13,500. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work. In addition to the base salary, employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which can vary depending on individual and/or company performance.
• Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees. Our goal is to ensure that all employees have the support and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.