Service Center Manager

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Company car

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays, vacation, personal days

Growth opportunities

Modern facilities

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is seeking a Service Center Manager in Camp Hill, PA to lead daily operations, drive performance, and manage a high-performing team.

You will analyze metrics, guide strategic initiatives, and maintain safety and regulatory standards while fostering strong customer and internal relationships. The role emphasizes leadership, growth opportunities, and ownership of the service center's success within a growing, stability-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the LTL/transportation industry.
• Experience managing drivers, dock workers, and sales teams.
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Leadership skills that inspire teams and drive results.
• Solid communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and keep the Service Center running at peak performance.
• Analyze performance metrics to spot opportunities and solve challenges.
• Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Review revenue trends and identify growth opportunities.
• Partner on sales strategies and help expand your territory.
• Stay ahead of competitor activity and industry trends.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team.
• Create and execute sales and marketing action plans.
• Handle safety, compliance, and regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, EPA, ICC).
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee freight claims and facility maintenance.
• Lead team meetings and keep everyone aligned and motivated.
• Take on special projects and drive continuous improvement.
• All employees may be asked to perform tasks not listed in the job description.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget management

Communication

Problem-solving

LTL knowledge

English fluency

Job description

Overview

The Camp Hill, PA Service Center is tentatively opening Fall/Winter 2026. Applications are actively being reviewed and interviews are being scheduled.

Lead the Way with Dayton Freight as a Service Center Manager!

About The Service Center Manager Position

Looking for a leadership role where you can truly make an impact? As a Service Center Manager, you’ll be at the heart of the operation. You’ll be driving performance, leading teams, and keeping everything running smoothly and efficiently. This is your chance to step into a role where strategy meets action and leadership fuels growth.

Why This Role Stands Out

This isn’t just a management job; it’s your opportunity to lead from the front, build a winning team, and shape the success of an entire operation. If you’re driven, strategic, and ready to take ownership, this role puts you in the driver’s seat.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and keep your Service Center running at peak performance
• Analyze performance metrics to spot opportunities and solve challenges
• Build strong relationships with both customers and internal teams
• Review revenue trends and identify growth opportunities
• Partner on sales strategies and help expand your territory
• Stay ahead of competitor activity and industry trends
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team
• Create and execute sales and marketing action plans
• Handle safety, compliance, and regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, EPA, ICC)
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Oversee freight claims and facility maintenance
• Lead team meetings and keep everyone aligned and motivated
• Take on special projects and drive continuous improvement
• It is every employee’s duty to participate in the company’s goal of satisfying our customers economically. Therefore, all employees may be called upon to perform tasks not specifically listed in their job description. The job description is not deemed to be all inclusive, nor is the expectations of the job limited to the tasks listed in it.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the LTL / transportation industry
• Experience managing drivers, dock workers, and sales teams
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets
• Leadership skills that inspire teams and drive results
• Solid communication and problem-solving abilities
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Fluent in English

Benefits

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Stable, growing organization with real development and growth
• Competitive weekly pay
• Company car for Service Center Manager
• Professional, positive, people-first culture in a family environment
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k) and more!
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days
• Real development and growth opportunities in a stable, expanding company
• Modern facilities and clean, late-model equipment