Driver Supervisor

US VENTURE INC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive distribution seeks a dedicated Driver Supervisor to lead a team and ensure exceptional customer service. In this role, you will manage dispatch routes, oversee fleet operations, and drive a box truck while maintaining safety and compliance with regulations. This position offers a competitive wage and benefits, including healthcare and a 401(k) plan. Join a company that values high performance and continuous improvement, where your contributions will directly impact the success of the business and its commitment to quality service.

Benefits

Highly competitive wages

Weekly pay

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation

Sick time

Volunteer Hours

Holidays

On-the-job training

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience supervising drivers and material handlers.
• Knowledge of state and federal DOT regulations is essential.
• Ability to lift up to 80lbs and follow safe operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and conduct performance reviews for assigned personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs and regulatory requirements.
• Dispatch routes and manage fleet operations effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of DOT Regulations

Customer Service

Mathematics

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

High Reach Lifts

Job description

DIVISION:

U.S. AutoForce

POSITION SUMMARY

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships.

As a Driver Supervisor you will dispatch routes, manage a fleet, and run your own routes. We are looking for a dedicated individual to deliver exceptional customer service while driving a box truck and ensuring safe loading and unloading. This role is vital in supporting our mission of providing quality products to the automotive industry, contributing to our commitment to excellence and reliability.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 1:30 pm or until job is complete. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs, and may require overtime.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership to assigned personnel through effective goal setting, performance reviews, delegation, and communication. Provides measurable feedback, suggestions for improved performance and recognition for achievements.
• Conducts interviews, hiring and training as necessary.
• Supports the safety programs to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain a safe working environment for all associates
• Assists with process improvement initiatives.
• Conducts regular meetings to ensure that personnel are well informed of policies and procedures. Continually enforces productivity standards.
• Ensure excellent customer service and communication
• Ensure drivers are completing all required daily paperwork:
  • Driver hours log (when needed)
  • Pre-trip inspection sheet
  • Driver’s vehicle inspection report
  • Daily vehicle mileage and fuel report
  • Ensure all paperwork is submitted promptly to corporate office
• Dispatch:
  • Route paperwork/product to appropriate area
  • Ensure drivers are completing customer returns within 3 days of creation
  • Collect COD logs on a daily basis to ensure cash and checks are being collected
  • Communicate to CSR’s, Sales, Customers, Other locations and Drivers effectively
• Fleet:
  • Monitor state and federal DOT regulations
  • Ensure all PM’s are being performed on a regular basis
  • Ensure all repairs are performed in order to stay compliant with federal regulations
  • Assist drivers in making proper arrangements when a break down occurs
  • Coordinate Smith Training for drivers
• Driving:
  Drive a box truck up to 26,001 pounds
  Follow and safety procedures per training manual
  Keep complete and accurate records and logs of all driving and deliveries
  Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive wages starting at $25.00/hour
• Weekly pay
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time, Volunteer Hours and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Cultivate U.S. Venture’s values while inspiring, empowering, recognizing, and guiding team members

• Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
• Continuously learn and develop self professionally
• Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear, taste and/or smell; the employee must occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately 80 pounds. Handling of tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) greater than approximately 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 21 years or older (mandatory company policy)
• 3 years of related experience
• Skills and experience sufficient to supervise drivers and material handlers
• Knowledge of state and federal DOT regulations
• Knowledge of or ability to learn computer systems
• Willing to work overtime or flexible hours on short notice
• Good memory and scanning abilities
• Good communication and math skills
• Able to lift up to 80lbs.
• Ability to follow safe operating procedures
• Ability to be trained and use forklifts and high reach lifts as needed
• Requires valid drivers license and good driving record
• Valid DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain DOT Medical Card per DOT/FMCSA guidelines and requirements during the hiring process. (Please visit the DOT/FMCSA website for a complete list of requirements)

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residencyunless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at [phone].