Regional Operations Manager - Atlanta Area

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Regional Operations Manager to lead multiple locations and drive operational excellence. This role emphasizes safety and service, ensuring that customer needs are met while fostering a positive team environment. As a leader in the field of crew transportation, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s success. Join a company that values growth, training, and employee recognition, and take your career to new heights in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

Paid Vacation Time

401(K) Retirement Plan

Safety Recognition Awards

On-the-Job Training

Discounted Cell Phone Plans

Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience in a team environment.
• Knowledge of logistics or fleet management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and performance of assigned locations.
• Promote safety awareness and conduct training sessions.

Skills

Team Management

Operational Excellence

Safety Awareness

Data Analysis

Recruitment and Training

Education

High School Diploma

Certifications in Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: ATLANTA, GA - ATLANTA, GA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Management

Description

NOW HIRING – REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER (ATLANTA AREA)

Ready to Take Your Career Full Speed Ahead?

We’re on the hunt for a bold, energetic, and results-driven leader to join our fast-growing team as a Regional Operations Manager! If you’re a confident, outgoing team builder who loves a fast-paced environment and thrives on structure and success, we want you on board.In this role, you'll lead multiple locations, drive operational excellence, and ensure the highest standards of safety and service. Every day is a new opportunity to make an impact — and your leadership will keep us moving forward!

Jump on board with the nation’s largest rail crew transportation company and take your career to the next level!

About PTI – Where the RIGHT way is the SAFE way:

Professional Transportation, Inc. has been providing crew transportation services for railroads since 1980 and has an industry reputation for providing quality, reliable, and safe crew transportation services. Much like a shuttle service, PTI receives around-the-clock requests from our railroad customers to pick up and drop off train crews. PTI dispatchers match up drivers with these trips and the drivers safely transport the crews to their destinations.

Job Summary:

As a PTI Regional Operations Manager (ROM), you would be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations and performance of the assigned PTI region and location(s). The ROM will work to achieve both individual and company goals while ensuring that our customer’s needs are met. Safety is always our #1 priority and should be a main focus for our ROM.

Benefits of Joining PTI:

• Multiple health insurance plan options
• Paid vacation time
• 401(K) retirement
• Safety recognition awards and incentives
• On the job training
• Discounted cell phone plans for Verizon and AT&T
• Room for growth and advancement within the company

Responsibilities:

Safety:

• Promote and practice safety awareness using PTI Safety Culture model.
• Educate, train and instruct all employees on PTI Defensive Driving & Health and Safety Guidelines.
• Ensure safety performance of the region / location(s) through strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for completing accident investigations providing information and pictures of any PTI accident to the Safety and Risk departments.
• Conduct safety meetings as needed to encourage and engage staff to be a part of the local safety culture. .

Staffing:

• Support the process of recruiting, interviewing, select, train and retain a quality driver’s workforce.
• Support pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and random drug and alcohol tests.
• Maintain a staffing level based upon business goals to meet the needs of the customer.
• Maintain the driver schedules by utilizing trip data analysis.
• Utilize the staffing tools provided and build relationships within the local community.
• Facilitate driver engagement and recognition initiatives.

Management/Administration:

• Overall responsibility for the complete operations of assigned region/location(s), providing supervision and coaching to all employees.

• Oversight and responsibility for branch expenditures; monitor and control expenses.
• Oversight and responsibility of operational reports, forecasting trip trends, and data analysis.
• Properly train and monitor all employees on the operational technology, equipment, and compliance of required paperwork.
• Ensure all trips and work are completed accurately, timely, and professionally
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the drivers through physical observations and the use of available technology.
• Ensure all drivers are scheduled and work within their Hours of Service (HOS).

Fleet Management

• Coordinate and manage vehicle maintenance programs utilizing approved vendors.
• Complete vehicle inspections per company policies and procedures.
• Sourcing potential new automotive repair vendors and suppliers as needed

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties, and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate would have:

• A high school diploma/equivalent is minimally required (certifications or diplomas in vehicle maintenance a plus)
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in management of people / team.
• 1 year of transportation, logistics, or fleet management experience preferred (knowledge of dispatch services a plus)
• Proficiency with computers and computer software required. Must be at least an intermediate level user of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Must possess and continuously maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Been driving for at least 3 years
• Personal transportation

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and pull up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to climb in and out of the vehicle
• Must be able to bend to inspect the undercarriage of a vehicle and tires
• Must be able to manually open and close all doors and hatches on the vehicle
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time when driving, which may be required

Travel Requirements:

• While managing multiple locations, the ROM is expected to travel to the locations as needed to conduct recruiting, training, safety meetings, performance feedback and coaching sessions, and conduct CRM visits.

AAP/EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: PTI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or veteran status. PTI has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.