Driver leader

U.S. Xpress
Duncan, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2024 CLOSED ON 5/1/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver leader position at U.S. Xpress?

Why U. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about.

Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future.

Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401K
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Short Term Incentive Program

Who We Are : Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies.

But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers.

Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise both to our customers, and our people.

When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S What You’ll Do : We are looking for a Driver Leader to come in and execute on our initiatives daily with an obsession around driver satisfaction and customer focus.

  • Supervise driver performance according to Variant policies, DOT regulations, all other federally or locally mandated rules / laws / guidelines.
  • Directly supervise multiple drivers at any given time (new hires, drivers off truck, drivers needing additional training support, etc.)
  • Responsible for the satisfaction of a driver while they are over the road.
  • Makes recommendations for performance documentation to include, promotions and / or terminations.
  • Responsible for addressing issues and disputes for drivers.
  • Promote safe operations.
  • Manage driver and make capacity available by maintaining seated truck count, accurate driver PTA’s.
  • Ensures drivers and equipment (i.e. fleet maintenance programs, etc.) are performing as necessary to provide on-time service.
  • Manage company performance objectives with drivers and monitor that performance.
  • Ensure on time service is met; address possible service issues in a timely manner while coordinating with USX Customer Service when applicable.
  • Communicate service deviations to Customer Service in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to continue to drive the culture and live out our mission and core values.
  • Answer incoming phone calls, live chats, and emails to assist drivers with delays, service issues, trailers, payroll, etc.
  • Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.
  • Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives and participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.
  • Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations
  • Monitor and Manage KPI’s around P&L, Fuel Management and Utility Supervisory Responsibility : 30-50 Drivers

What We’re Looking For :

Education

4-year degree or equivalent required

Experience

2 years of experience in driver or customer facing role

Skills / Certifications

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Last updated : 2024-04-28

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