Area Manager

Description

This position is responsible for the overall performance of the location and/or area assigned. The Area/Location Manager is responsible for the recruiting, hiring, mentoring coaching and discipline for all employees within the location. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining positive and professional relationship with the railroad management at the location. This position is responsible for the 24/7 service and coverage to RCX railroad clients in both Clinton and Cedar Rapids Iowa.  .

Primary Job Responsibilities
Conducts regular observations to ensure proper procedures are followed by drivers
Conducts pre-employment and all random drug and alcohol tests, including mailing to lab if required
Responsible for initial investigation of employee allegations. Coaching and disciplining when applicable or escalating to HR.
Responsible to ensure all drivers are scheduled and work within their Hours of Service (HOS)
Engages railroad to determine possible hub closure due to weather conditions and keeps dispatch informed
Responsible for obtaining statements and pictures of all accident incidents and forwarding to Risk Department
Direct employees that have been in accidents to approved facilities or providers for Work Comp injuries/claims and completes required documents
Communicates with injured drivers to schedule return to work
Reviews camera clips daily and provides coaching regarding performance captured in the reviews
Conducts Job Fairs, interviews and hires for Drivers, Lead Drivers and PDS
Organizes and schedules all training facilities and materials
Trains all newly hired employees for location
Conducts day 1 of driver training
Conducts ride-along evaluations
Provide supervision of all positions in location
Ensures all training documentation is completed and submitted to the appropriate department
Mentor and coaches all positions within the location
Responsible for disciplinary actions and terminations with staff and providing documentation timely to HR.
Schedules and leads employee meetings
Builds and manages all Professional Driver drive time schedules and days off
Controls and submits all non-revenue payroll adjustments
Update driver boards and keeps dispatch informed of changes
Works directly with dispatch to cover road trips
Fax all shift/MPV paperwork to appropriate department
Works with railroad regarding reported Yard Safety issues
Initiate approval from fleet for all vehicle repairs
Responsible for scheduling and ensuring regular maintenance and repair of all vehicles in location
Arranges transport of all vehicles for repairs and maintenance work
Regularly inspects vehicles to ensure all documentation is current and present
Performs and submits monthly safety vehicle inspections
Distributes company communications as required
Responsible for taking employee call-ins when drivers cant work
Maintain professional relationship with railroad personnel

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
Current valid state issued Drivers License issued by the State of Residence
No record of Drug or Alcohol related convictions within the previous 3 years
No careless, reckless or failure to control violation in last 3 years
No auto theft conviction in last 3 years
No more than 2 moving violation within the last 3 years
Must be cleared by e-railsafe

Physical Qualifications
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Position requires extended periods of time sitting, usually driving
Ability to safely operate company vehicle
Employees must be able to meet the physical requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Acts, Section 391.41 (if required) by submitting and passing a DOT physical examination.
Ability to hear instructions and directions over the phone and/or radio.
Submit to and received negative drug and/or alcohol test

Personal Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Previous management experience preferred