Transportation Manager II — Fleet Ops Leader & Growth

J.B. Hunt; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Six weeks of paid maternity leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. seeks a Transportation Manager II in Texas to lead driver supervision, load planning and DOT compliance. The role focuses on safe, on-time freight movement and top-tier customer service, across varied shifts including days, nights and weekends.

The candidate will coordinate with drivers, customers and internal teams, analyzing fleet performance, managing payroll and reporting, and maintaining safety standards throughout operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years in transportation/logistics or related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities are essential.
• Proven ability to manage multiple shifts and complex schedules.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with drivers and safety teams to minimize turnover.
• Fill in for absent personnel and lead special fleet optimization projects.
• Train drivers and staff on internal and customer systems.
• Analyze fleet operations and profitability, present reports to customers.
• Manage inventory, assets and driver assignments for optimal equipment use.
• Perform payroll, counseling, invoicing and maintenance of records.
• Oversee yard operations and coordinate with maintenance for preventative work.
• Resolve service issues with drivers, customers and staff in real time.
• Promote safety culture and ensure DOT compliance across operations.
• Plan loads, route freight and monitor ETA adjustments per schedule.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Driver management

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Routing and planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Logistics

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. seeks a Transportation Manager II in Texas to lead driver supervision, load planning and DOT compliance. The role focuses on safe, on-time freight movement and top-tier customer service, across varied shifts including days, nights and weekends.

The candidate will coordinate with drivers, customers and internal teams, analyzing fleet performance, managing payroll and reporting, and maintaining safety standards throughout operations.