Fleet Operations Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Windsor Locks, CT seeks a Manager Trainee to learn the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts while ensuring safe and timely freight movement and top-tier customer service.

Under supervision, you will be trained on DOT compliance, payroll, budgeting, and load planning, with opportunities to advance as you gain experience across drivers, carriers, and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field.
• Willingness to travel to account, customer, and company events as needed.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Learn to build positive relationships with drivers and carriers for setup and productivity.
• Assist with fleet optimization projects to improve profitability.
• Train drivers and staff on systems and procedures.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare client reporting and financial analysis.
• Plan loads, routes, and monitor freight to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Team management

Shift flexibility

Travel willingness

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of experience in management, transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, or related field

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Windsor Locks, CT seeks a Manager Trainee to learn the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts while ensuring safe and timely freight movement and top-tier customer service.

Under supervision, you will be trained on DOT compliance, payroll, budgeting, and load planning, with opportunities to advance as you gain experience across drivers, carriers, and clients.