Linehaul Manager

Jobtailor; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Dallas, TX is seeking a seasoned Linehaul Manager to lead drivers and coordinate with the Linehaul Director and Operations Team. The role focuses on running an efficient, on‑time linehaul operation across service centers.

You will hire, train, and develop drivers, schedule coverage, conduct evaluations, and enforce safety and DOT compliance. The position demands strong interpersonal skills, problem solving, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Excellent organizational and decision-making skills
• Extensive knowledge of transportation industry principles
• 4 years of experience managing linehauls/drivers
• Knowledge of DOT/state/local regulatory requirements
• Experience in the LTL industry preferred
• High School diploma required
• DOT compliance certification

Responsibilities

• Manage linehaul drivers and coordinate with leadership to run an efficient operation.
• Staffing for linehaul drivers and ensure timely execution and equipment availability.
• Hire, train, and develop drivers; schedule coverage for routes.
• Conduct driver evaluations and manage time-off/backups.
• Lead meetings; address personnel issues and enforce safety and discipline.
• Ensure on-time dispatch and service center performance; maintain driver morale.
• Ensure compliance with DOT/state/local regulations and safety policies.
• Perform DVIR audits and driver ride-alongs for coaching and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical decision-making

Problem solving

Driver/fleet experience

DOT regulations knowledge

Office software

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Office software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage linehaul drivers in a service center or region and collaborate with the Linehaul Director, Operations Team, and Service Center Manager to operate an efficient linehaul operation.
• Directly responsible for managing staffing requirements for linehaul drivers, ensuring timely execution of linehaul operations to meet service commitments, and securing equipment availability within designated regions while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Work proactively with departments to ensure customers’ needs are met and lead a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Hire, train, and develop linehaul drivers to meet operational needs.
• Direct and schedule linehaul drivers to ensure adequate coverage for all routes.
• Prepare and conduct informal and formal performance evaluations.
• Assist with time‑off requests and schedule backup for adequate coverage.
• Conduct weekly and/or daily meetings with drivers to discuss problems, projects, issues, or updates.
• Address employee problems or concerns; inform the Linehaul Director of personnel issues and performance.
• Apply the progressive discipline policy when necessary to correct behavior.
• Be available to linehaul drivers and provide them needed support.
• Ensure linehaul drivers are paid accurately in every pay cycle and that the pay scale is competitive in the market.
• Manage linehaul driver morale through regular engagement, recognition, and addressing concerns promptly.
• Ensure linehaul drivers report on time and manage their time efficiently to achieve high levels of service with on‑time dispatch and arrivals of linehauls at all service centers within and across regions.
• Ensure linehaul driver staffing levels are met with internal resources, owner‑operators, and third‑party resources when needed.
• Ensure linehaul service continuity during staff time‑offs, weather events, mechanical issues, or any other expected and unexpected disruptions.
• Ensure service centers are always sourced with needed linehaul equipment.
• Enhance and improve the linehaul network within and across regions as new requirements arise.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations Team and Service Center Manager to coordinate linehaul activities and resolve issues.
• Support the operations team to ensure load factor, linehaul average minutes late, linehaul scanning percentages, and load configuration goals are met.
• Perform essential duties of Dispatch as needed.
• Communicate with other operations personnel to resolve operational issues.
• Investigate, file written reports, and take corrective action in response to accidents or injuries.
• Review telematics data with drivers to improve driving skills.
• Perform driver ride‑alongs to observe driving practices, provide coaching, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Manage linehaul drivers’ compliance with training and safety standards.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable DOT, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Perform a minimum of 3 Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) audits per week.
• Regularly review driver post‑trip inspections to ensure maintenance issues are reported correctly and timely.
• Perform periodic vehicle cleanliness inspections.
• Ensure drivers maintain a professional appearance and conduct themselves professionally at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (written and verbal), analytical, and decision‑making skills
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the transportation industry
• Previous driver/fleet experience required
• Knowledge of DOT, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Aptitude to problem‑solve and utilize troubleshooting skills
• Projects professional image in a business setting
• Independent thinker with the ability to engage team members
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computer, spreadsheet, and word processing software
• High School diploma required
• 4 years of experience managing linehauls, drivers, or relevant management experience
• Experience in the LTL industry preferred

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School diploma
• DOT compliance certification