Manager, Truck Operations

Superior Plus Propane; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Plus Propane is seeking a safety-focused leader to oversee driver safety, fleet operations, and regulatory compliance in Kentucky. The role emphasizes staffing optimization, incident prevention, and data-driven improvement across multiple teams.

The position requires 5–10 years in transportation safety or fleet operations, strong regulatory knowledge, and experience with vendor contracts. A competitive, rewards-based package is offered with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA/OSHA standards is required.
• 5–10 years in transportation safety, fleet ops, or related fields.
• Experience with driver performance coaching and incident prevention.
• Ability to manage vendor contracts and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Ensure drivers adhere to safety policies, develop and monitor KPIs, and implement enhanced safety programs.
• Driver & Fleet Operations: Staff drivers, optimize fleet utilization, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee maintenance and negotiate shop rates.
• Performance & Compliance: Develop yearly KPIs, drive data-driven improvements, and implement tech solutions for efficiency.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Logistics, Procurement, HS&E and other teams; communicate expectations to drivers.

Skills

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Fleet operations

Driver performance management

Logistics & routing

Vendor negotiation

Customer service

Education

Secondary Education with Specialized Training

Tools

Samsara

Job description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

What we will offer you :

Culture :Join a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration, respect, and open communication are at the core of everything we do.

Competitive Compensation :We offer a highly competitive compensation and total rewards package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded accordingly.

Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible schedules to help you manage your personal and professional commitments effectively.

Technology :Work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies that empower you to excel in your role and stay at the forefront of industry trends.

Employee Assistance Programs :We care about you! You and your family will have access to LYRA, an industry leading platform that provides comprehensive support and a myriad of resources to help support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.

Opportunity :A continuous focus on professional development with many opportunities for training and career growth.

Safety Focused :We care about you and have developed a 24/7 safety mindset that is showcased throughout every facet of the organization.

What you’ll do:

Safety Leadership

• Safety Compliance — Ensure all drivers adhere to safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Set yearly KPIs based on safety trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Safety Program Development — Collaborate with Field Operations leadership to develop and implement enhanced safety programs and share in best practices throughout the organization.
• Behavior Monitoring — Monitor Samsara risky behaviors and coach drivers toward improvement.
• Incident Prevention — Minimize recordable incidents, preventable MVIs, and regulatory infractions.

Driver & Fleet Operations

• Driver Staffing Optimization — Maintain the optimal number of drivers to meet service requirements safely and efficiently using a combination of full-time and flex drivers.
• Leadership — Administer employee feedback and development, including performance and discipline management.
• Fleet Utilization — Improve how company trucks are deployed to maximize efficiency and reduce cost.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure all fleet equipment meets regulatory standards and PM schedules.
• Maintenance Oversight — Assign repairs to cost effective facilities and negotiate contracts for 3rd party shop rates.
• Fleet Performance Analysis — Analyze fleet performance data and implement improvements.
• Drive organizational value — Identify creative solutions to reduce fleet costs with a focus on repairs and maintenance.
• Route & Guideline Compliance — Ensure drivers follow routing standards and regulatory guidelines.

Performance & Compliance

• Driver Performance Monitoring — Track driver efficiency, behavior, and compliance with DQ file and training requirements.
• KPI Management — Develop yearly KPIs to improve truck utilization, on time performance, cost per unit metrics, and PM adherence. Manage adherence to metrics.
• Technology — Identify and implement technology solutions to drive organizational efficiency and business improvement. Automating processes and procedures when possible.
• Data Driven Improvement — Use operational data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Internal Partnerships — Work with Sales, Supply, Logistics, Procurement, Accounting, HS&E, and other divisions to support operational goals.
• External Stakeholder Management — Coordinate with facility leaseholders and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Communication & Feedback — Communicate expectations to drivers and provide feedback to Field Services leadership.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Secondary Education with Specialized Training (up to one year)
• Intermediate Experience – More than five years and less than ten years
• Transportation Safety Standards — DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, driver qualification, incident prevention, and regulatory compliance.
• Fleet Operations & Maintenance — PM programs, repair workflows, equipment lifecycle, and utilization strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance — Federal, state, and local transportation regulations and recordkeeping.
• Driver Performance Management — Coaching, behavior monitoring systems, efficiency improvement.
• Logistics & Routing — Routing guidelines, delivery scheduling, and operational planning.
• Data & KPI Analysis — Ability to interpret fleet performance data and operational dashboards.
• Vendor Negotiation — Third party repair pricing, service agreements, and cost control.
• Customer Service Expectations — Understanding internal/external customer needs and service standards.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $75,000- $95,000/year.

Please note the compensation information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, geographical location, as well as market and business considerations.

Here at Superior Plus Propane, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals, we welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have an accommodation need during the recruitment & selection process, we encourage you to connect with us at [e-mail] to let us know how we can enhance your experience.