Terminal Operations Leader: Fleet & Compliance

Lsj Trucking Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lsj Trucking Inc is seeking an experienced Terminal Manager to oversee day-to-day trucking operations in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate drivers, equipment, dispatch, and customer needs while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency across routes and maintenance activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on management, and strong communication to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and improve profitability while maintaining excellent customer relations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in trucking, transportation, or fleet operations.
• Experience in supervision or management.
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and fleet software.
• CDL experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily trucking operations, including drivers, trucks, trailers, and routes.
• Coordinate with dispatchers, drivers, customers, and maintenance personnel.
• Monitor driver schedules, deliveries, pickups, and service performance.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, company safety policies, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor driver performance, attendance, safety, and productivity.
• Oversee vehicle and equipment maintenance and help minimize downtime.
• Track fuel usage, mileage, maintenance expenses, and other operating costs.
• Address customer service issues and resolve operational problems quickly.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management of drivers.
• Review logs, inspections, documentation, and other required operational records.
• Help develop and enforce company policies and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Respond to emergencies, breakdowns, delays, and other issues as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, drivers, and business partners.
• Take the lead on the initial response to accidents and incidents at the terminal.
• Make sure all accident information is collected promptly, including driver statements, photos, police reports, witness information, and equipment/vehicle details.
• Report accidents and claims to the company's insurance carrier and management in a timely manner.
• Work to resolve minor claims quickly and efficiently when appropriate, including obtaining information and documentation needed to support early settlements.
• Coordinate with drivers and management to ensure all required accident paperwork and post-accident procedures are completed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Microsoft Office

Team coordination

Tools

TMS software

GPS fleet tracking

ELD

Job description

Lsj Trucking Inc is seeking an experienced Terminal Manager to oversee day-to-day trucking operations in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate drivers, equipment, dispatch, and customer needs while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency across routes and maintenance activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on management, and strong communication to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and improve profitability while maintaining excellent customer relations.