Driver Manager: Lead Drivers, Optimize Routes & Safety

Schneider National, Inc.; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Performance-based incentive pay

Job summary

Schneider National, Inc. in Fontana, CA is seeking a Driver Manager to ensure successful execution of customer freight delivery through effective driver management.

You will act as a link between the business, our drivers and customers, coordinating operations from Fontana. The role focuses on coaching drivers, managing payroll and home time, and collaborating across teams to drive retention and business improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2 years of equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with a variety of teams, both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Make safety-conscious decisions that ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Balance the needs of our customers, drivers and the business.
• Provide continuous, structured and proactive performance management and coaching to drivers.
• Manage driver payroll and home time.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and implement creative solutions to improve retention and drive business.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

2+ years experience

Strong communication

Problem solving

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Schneider National, Inc. in Fontana, CA is seeking a Driver Manager to ensure successful execution of customer freight delivery through effective driver management.

You will act as a link between the business, our drivers and customers, coordinating operations from Fontana. The role focuses on coaching drivers, managing payroll and home time, and collaborating across teams to drive retention and business improvements.