Fleet Manager

SodStar provides world class freight delivery to every customer, big or small in the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Georgia. We are looking to hire a motivated Fleet Manager responsible for the management of our delivery fleet and equipment.

Fleet Manager Benefits:

• 90% company paid single Medical coverage.
• Medical Dental and Vision single and family coverages available
• Employee and Family supplemental life insurance options
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid holidays

Fleet Manager Responsibilities:

• Ability to SAFELY lead and manage Delivery Drivers concerning driver availability for scheduling, addressing issues/concerns, and keeping the necessary departments apprised of day-to-day operations.
• Work with Drivers to ensure enough hours (HOS) are available for loading and proper securement in preparation for delivery.
• Assign Drivers to routes daily based on Hours of Service and other variables that impact availability.
• Manage and trouble shoot delivery concerns such as on-time deliveries, rejected material, breakdown etc. and mitigate issues that may impact the Customer or Production (Farm).
• Conduct/provide support with address validation/customer communication on delivery for the next day and confirm delivery details.
• Consistently stays in contact with Farm Management/Harvest with regard to available Freight: grass quantity, availability, and location for all loads.
• Manage load allocation based on Hours-of-Service factoring H2A pay equalization into Driver assignments.
• Manage recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, performance, corrective action, and termination processes for all drivers in the assigned location.
• Manage the Freight Loading process to include Freight Loaders.
• Report promptly any delays that will affect delivery appointments to the appropriate departments and manage route recovery as needed.
• Manage all aspects of Driver scheduling to include PTO and other scheduled time off (to include number of Drivers who can be out concurrently). Referencing the Capacity Resource Report before approving time off to ensure proper coverage.
• Ensure all drivers have and wear following the company PPE chart the appropriate Hi-Viz apparel (vest for probationary drivers) and other personal protective equipment (PPE), and it is maintained in a serviceable condition. Order needed items as necessary.
• Ensure all new drivers receive the appropriate training and monitor their progress (per SodStar training guidelines).
• Support the Top Gun Trainers and monitor their adherence to company training standards.
• Ensure that all drivers drive in a safe, courteous, and professional manner.
• Coach drivers for success (referencing necessary reports).
• Conduct ride-a-longs with drivers (to include Top Gun Trainers) to ensure professional driver standards and company requirements are maintained.
• Review drive cam footage of drivers in the assigned location biweekly (minimum) and conduct appropriate coaching.
• Conduct quarterly (minimum) a physical count and condition evaluation (to include cleanliness) of all delivery assets and provide recommendations to upper management.
• Travel outside of the assigned area (if needed) to support other Driver Managers, provide and attend training (overnight travel may be required).
• Ensure truck parking areas for delivery equipment is clean, secure, and accessible.
• Ensure location scales are in good operational condition (calibrated, supported, and secured to the pad). Provide recommendations for repair or replacement to appropriate departments.
• Provide professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Maintain costs and profits within the budget, and identify cost savings where appropriate. Identify and address inefficient processes/procedures or operational deficiencies.
• In conjunction with Transportation Safety, conduct investigations to determine the root cause for any incidents within your responsibility. Analyze, follow-up, closure of action items, and retraining for all personnel involved in property damage, incidents, or accidents involving delivery vehicles or equipment.
• In conjunction with appropriate departments, ensure delivery equipment complies with the local, state, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA) and DOT guidelines, and maintain vehicle records per company standards.
• In conjunction with appropriate departments, ensure truck/trailer has a complete truck manual, a current registration, insurance card, IFTA sticker, and nursery and fire ant certification.
• In conjunction with appropriate departments, ensure and Maintain Electronic log compliance.
• Maintain the Driver Safety and Information board in the assigned location, and update it as needed.
• Schedule/manage /coordinate (with outside vendors if needed) any necessary repairs and preventative maintenance needed. Informing the necessary departments of the schedule.
• Manage and maintain all correlating documentation.

Fleet Manager Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL and Medical DOT Certificate preferred.
• 3 years' experience working in the transportation/fleet management field preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Certification from a trade or technical school in maintenance repair preferred.
• Understanding of transportation operations, shipment options, legal issues, government regulations, and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to operate a forklift as needed.
• Knowledge of geography and mathematics.
• Strong Microsoft product computer skills, specifically Excel.
• Ability to discern what issues need to be brought to upper management.
• Comprehensive understanding of using Electronic Logging Devices (ELD's), Paper Logs, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Drive Cam Systems.
• Must demonstrate the ability to be a team player and build positive working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate professionally (internally and externally).
• Ability to manage in a flexible, quickly changing environment.
• Ability to be reached after hours for accidents, incidents, attendance, and other operational situations.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and to apply direction provided.

Successful Candidates will be:

• Detail and Goal-Orientated.
• Positive Attitude, dependable, and reliable.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Willing and able to work in the elements (this position is located outdoors).
• Willing and able to work flexible shifts/schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively and keep records.
• Ability to help diagnose mechanical issues and determine appropriate maintenance work.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include, but not limited to, early AM/PM, nights and weekends, and hours that could fluctuate day-to-day.

Position Location: Soperton, GA

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

Experience:

• Transportation management: 3 years (Preferred)
• DOT and FMCSA Regulations: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Class A CDL (Preferred)
• DOT Medical Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: One location