Fleet Operations Lead - Driver Success

Stevens Transport INC.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Transport INC. is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee a large group of long-haul drivers, ensuring safe, on-time delivery and efficient operation of the assigned fleet.

The role focuses on coaching drivers, optimizing schedules, and maintaining strong driver relations while upholding DOT regulations and safety standards. Responsibilities include daily review of pick-ups, routing for home time, monitoring KPIs, and providing leadership to drivers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in transportation or supply chain preferred.
• Proven leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage high volumes of inbound email and phone traffic.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships as coaches and advocates for our drivers across fleets.
• Review scheduled pick-ups and deliveries to ensure on-time performance.
• Route drivers for home time and secure equipment at authorized locations.
• Motivate drivers to hit KPIs such as utilization, service, safety, retention and optimization.
• Counsel drivers who violate safety standards or DOT rules and arrange retraining.
• Communicate service disruptions to internal teams to keep deliveries on time.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to assigned drivers.
• Provide real-time data to system(s) of record for load assignments and tracking.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

Skills

Strong communication

DOT Regulations Knowledge

Analytical

Leadership

Problem Solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Windows OS

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Stevens Transport INC. is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee a large group of long-haul drivers, ensuring safe, on-time delivery and efficient operation of the assigned fleet.

The role focuses on coaching drivers, optimizing schedules, and maintaining strong driver relations while upholding DOT regulations and safety standards. Responsibilities include daily review of pick-ups, routing for home time, monitoring KPIs, and providing leadership to drivers.