Driver Operations Leader

Paylocity; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MidAmerica Transport is seeking a Driver Manager to oversee a fleet of CDL Class A drivers and the vehicles they operate. You will coordinate scheduling, route optimization, and compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations, while driving driver performance and retention improvements.

You will act as the main liaison between recruiters, drivers and operations, ensuring safety, cost control and timely deliveries as the company expands under new ownership and location.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years of experience managing the logistics of CDL Class A drivers and the vehicle they operate.
• In-depth knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations.
• Prior CDL Class A driving experience is preferable.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; proficiency with trucking software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assign loads and optimize routes to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Track vehicle maintenance and fuel costs.
• Monitor hours-of-service logs for drivers.
• Serve as main point of contact for drivers and recruiters.
• Foster a positive work environment to reduce turnover.
• Coordinate with dispatch, safety and recruiting teams.
• Analyze performance metrics such as revenue per truck.

Skills

Driver management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

TMS

ELD

Job description

MidAmerica Transport is seeking a Driver Manager to oversee a fleet of CDL Class A drivers and the vehicles they operate. You will coordinate scheduling, route optimization, and compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations, while driving driver performance and retention improvements.

You will act as the main liaison between recruiters, drivers and operations, ensuring safety, cost control and timely deliveries as the company expands under new ownership and location.