Prime Fleet Manager

Transam-Trucking; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with discretionary company

Paid Time Off

Discounted tires

Gym memberships

Job summary

TransAm Trucking is seeking a Fleet Manager (Dispatcher) in our Olathe, KS office. You will manage a fleet of drivers, dispatch loads, communicate expectations, and ensure on-time delivery in a deadline-driven, safety-conscious environment.

Starting pay is $50,000 per year with up to $28,000 in incentive earning potential. Schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm, in-office. Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to effectively manage tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact internally and externally.
• Adaptive to change with strong multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to type at least 40-45 wpm and pass a computer literacy test.
• Effective time management to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch loads and coordinate drivers' schedules to meet customer expectations.
• Review and communicate scheduled pickups and deliveries daily.
• Ensure drivers are informed of customer and company expectations on each load.
• Coordinate home time, downtime, and available time for drivers.
• Address safety non-conformance and incidents; escalate issues affecting on-time delivery.

Skills

Dispatching

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Typing speed

Job description

The Fleet Management department is responsible for managing all inbound and outbound activities for a fleet of drivers in a manner that is safe, productive, and timely. This position is at the center of an unpredictable, deadline-driven environment and requires individuals who are capable of making appropriate decisions in real-time.the role | a Fleet Manager (aka Dispatcher) is responsible for...Maintaining a high level of engagement and cultivating positive working relationships with your fleet of assigned driversReviewing and communicating scheduled pick-up and delivery appointments dailyConfirming each driver is fully informed of all customer and company expectations on every load at the point of dispatchCoordinating drivers’ scheduled home time, downtime, current status, and predicted time availableAddressing safety non-conformance and violations/incidentsEscalating matters impacting on-time delivery to appropriate departments as they occurCandidates should expect to spend the majority of their day making/receiving calls.the details | Hours, pay, location?This is a full-time, in-office position located in Olathe, KSStarting pay $50,000 per year with $28,000 of additional incentives of earning potentialSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pmthe requirements | This will be a perfect fit for you if have...Strong organizational skills to effectively manage tasks and prioritize responsibilitiesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact internally and externallyYou are highly adaptable to change with strong multi-tasking skillsYou can type at least 40-45 wpm and pass a computer literature testEffective time management skills to meet deadlines and complete tasks efficientlyAbility to use independent judgment to resolve problemsthe perks | What's in it for you?A casual-dress environmentHealth, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage401(k) plan with discretionary company matchPaid Time Off that increases with tenureDiscounted tires and gym membershipsNext steps?A member of our recruiting team will reach out to discuss our opportunity if your resume and application match the qualifications of the position.TransAm is committed to the principals of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination.