Fleet Manager | Driver Operations & Safety Lead

Stevens Transport; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Transport in Dallas, TX is seeking a Fleet Manager to supervise inbound and outbound activities for a non-union, long-haul driver fleet. You will ensure safe, on-time delivery and make decisions quickly in a dynamic environment.

You will coach drivers, monitor KPIs, enforce DOT regulations, and provide real-time data for load planning while fostering a positive, collaborative work culture. The role requires strong communication, organization, and leadership, with a focus on safety,

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills in a Windows environment, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and must be able to interact effectively at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Proven track record of making rational decisions in both routine and emergency situations.
• Able to handle high volumes of inbound email.
• Ability to perform in an environment with rapidly changing priorities and competing deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills, decision-making abilities, taking initiative and capable of both autonomic and team environments.
• Keen analytical skills, attention to detail and knowledge of time/distance geography preferred.
• Ability to handle high volumes of inbound email, phone calls and satellite communications.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships as coaches and advocates for our drivers for: company, dedicated division, contract division, graduates, regional and/or Canadian fleets.
• Driving a high level of engagement with your fleet - committing to the career success and personal growth of your drivers through positive working relationships
• Reviewing scheduled pick-up and delivery appointments daily so that plenty of HOS (hours of service) are available to complete the trip on time
• Confirming that each driver is fully informed of all customer and company expectations when freight assignment is received
• Routing drivers for scheduled home time and assist in securing equipment at authorized locations
• Motivating drivers to hit KPIs such as utilization, service, safety, retention and optimization
• Counseling drivers who violate safety standards or are out of compliance with DOT, and arrange for specific re-training to help them regain good standing
• Communicating service disruptions to internal associates so that deliveries are still made in time
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to your assigned drivers
• Providing real time data to system(s) of record for load assignments, planning, tracking and tracing
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

Skills

communication

technologically advanced

dot regulations knowledge

analytical

problem solving

empathy

strong organization

active listener

decision making ability

kpi management

documentation

conflict resolution

Job description

Stevens Transport in Dallas, TX is seeking a Fleet Manager to supervise inbound and outbound activities for a non-union, long-haul driver fleet. You will ensure safe, on-time delivery and make decisions quickly in a dynamic environment.

You will coach drivers, monitor KPIs, enforce DOT regulations, and provide real-time data for load planning while fostering a positive, collaborative work culture. The role requires strong communication, organization, and leadership, with a focus on safety,