Terminal Manager

Jacobus Energy Mobile Fueling; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(K) Plan with company match

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Jacobus Energy, LLC seeks a District Manager for its Knoxville, TN fleet operations. You will lead dispatch, routing, and driver management to ensure on-time deliveries and cost efficiency, while maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships.

Under the General Manager, drive safety culture, budget adherence, and service excellence, mentoring lead drivers and branch personnel to meet growth and profit goals.

Qualifications

• Requires high school education or equivalent; Bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year as Lead Driver, Driver Trainer or Driver Supervisor.
• CDL Class A or B preferred; HazMat and tanker endorsements within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong leadership to recruit, train, motivate and manage drivers.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations; basic computer usage.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate delivery operations for optimum efficiency and service.
• Oversee fleet, drivers, and assets to meet budgeted metrics and safety standards.
• Ensure on-time dispatching, routing, and lowest-cost fuel purchases.
• Develop strategies for financial, performance, and customer-satisfaction goals.
• Lead recruiting, hiring, and performance management of branch staff.
• Maintain vendor relationships and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Recruiting

Training

Coaching

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Travel up to 10%

DOT rules knowledge

MS Office

Transportation operations

Education

Bachelor's in Operations/Logistics or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Transportation Software

Job description

(The primary function/purpose of this job.)

The Terminal Manager is responsible for management of drivers, trucks and company resources, achieving the goals and objectives of the organization and meeting bottom line profit expectations. This position oversees daily operations of assigned terminal, routing assignments and scheduling.

(The major task areas required of the incumbents to successfully perform in this job.)

• Direct and coordinate the delivery operation in an effort to achieve:
• Optimum efficiency
• Best in market customer service
• Effective use of equipment
• Maintain fleet and other assets to specified standards within budgeted parameters through effective coordination with the Maintenance Dept.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted financial commitments on a cost per gallon basis with particular emphasis on:
• Wages and benefit costs
• Vehicle and delivery costs
• Educate, organize, manage and lead branch employees to achieve company objectives.
• Optimize use of equipment, facilities and personnel.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted financial commitments.
• Monitor and balance fuel inventories.Establish and maintain effective vendor relationships.
• Optimize efficiency in delivery operations while meeting customer requirements.
• Ensure governmental compliance relative to trucks, employees and facilities.
• Promote and create safety awareness, incident prevention, and a safe work environment.
• Facilitate fuel purchases at lowest cost in coordination with the Supply Department.Consider both loading location and time of day.
• Provide employees honest performance feedback, recognizing high achievers and re-directing sub-standard performance.
• Influence others in the organization in a positive way.
• Establish and monitor customer margins to meet company needs and objectives.

(Minimum requirements to competently perform the key responsibilities of this job in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge, skills, and abilities.)

• Requires education generally equivalent to successful completion of 4-years high school, or equivalent.A Bachelor's degree in Operations, Logistics or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Lead Driver, Driver Trainer or Driver Supervisor
• Experience with petroleum, fueling or fueling logistics is a plus.
• Ability to work successfully in a fast paced environment with changing priorities is a must.
• Requires time management and organizational skills.
• Precise problem solving and analytical skills.
• Requires strong teamwork and flexibility to accomplish goals and department deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal and listening communication skills.
• Requires strong leadership abilities to inspire and coach employees to accomplish deliveries. This includes abilities that correspond to leadership, such as recruiting, selecting, training, motivating employees and managing employee performance to meet customer needs and expectations while meeting profit expectations.
• Requires strong customer orientation in interacting with and resolving customer related issues in a timely, professional and positive manner.
• Requires valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a motor vehicle in a safe manner while carefully observing all traffic regulations.Class A or B CDL is preferred.
• Requires knowledge of and the ability to use standard computer software such as MS Office Suite.
• Requires solid understanding of all DOT rules and regulations.
• Requires ability to travel up to 10%

Job Description

Jacobus Energy, LLC is a family owned company providing INNOVATIVE MOBILE FUELING SOLUTIONS AS THE INDUSTRY'S TOP FUEL PROVIDER.

We've been delivering some of the industry’s most progressive fuel management solutions to America’s fleets, facilities, emergency responders and businesses for over 100 years.

Come join our Knoxville, TN team as a District Manager where you’ll be responsible for leading, managing and directing the fleet operations.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Terminal Manager will be responsible for leading, managing, and directing the fleet operations for our Knoxville branch. The primary responsibilities include directing the efficient and on-time dispatching, routing delivery of product(s); ensuring fuel products are purchased at lowest cost, problem-solving customer and delivery issues; managing company drivers; and maintaining customer and vendor relationships. This position requires hands‑on involvement and being in the trenches with the routing and dispatching process to ensure optimal performance.

• Ensure, promote and create safety awareness, incident prevention while creating and maintaining a safety culture environment
• Maintain fleet and other assets to specified standards within budgeted parameters through effective coordination with the Maintenance Department
• Achieve or exceed budgeted financial commitments on a cost per gallon basis with particular emphasis on:
• Develop and execute operational, service and business strategies in support of customer retention, operational execution, and financial growth
• Establish and maintain branch policies and procedures that are in compliance with governmental regulatory agencies
• Facilitate fuel purchases at lowest cost in coordination with the Supply Department.
• Responsible for overseeing the recruiting, hiring, performance management, goal setting, disciplining and training of all drivers and personnel of branch
• Coach, mentor, and educate lead drivers and branch personnel to achieve company/job objectives and customer service levels to meet overarching company objectives
• Monitor operations to ensure staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, contracts, and government regulations
• Ensure customer expectations are met and on‑time delivery of products.
• Develop and execute strategies ensuring achievement of financial, performance, customer, and safety metrics.
• Combination of high school education and work experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in transportation management along with a thorough, demonstrated understanding of fleet operations
• Class A or B CDL Preferred
• Hazmat and tanker (endorsements within 30 days of employment)
• Knowledge of transportation operations and laws, federal safety regulations and maintenance requirements preferred
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong written, verbal and listening communication skills
• Strong customer orientation in interacting with and resolving customer related issues in a timely, professional, and positive manner
• Experience with petroleum, fueling or energy related logistics preferred
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills in addition to a proven track record of success
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, direct and lead multiple tasks at once
• Computer proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
• Knowledge of Transportation Software is a plus

Jacobus Energy, LLC offers a comprehensive package for you and your family that includes the below:

• Health insurance coverage that begins on Day 1 of employment
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• High Five Safety Rewards Incentive Program – Earn Points/Shop for Rewards
• Company uniforms provided annually for all seasons
• Safety gear provided plus reimbursement for boots and prescription safety glasses
• 24/7 Logistics Center Support

Come join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Commercial DL

Preferred

Tanker

Equal Opportunity Employer
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