Fleet Manager

Direct Manager to 25-35 drivers, combination of OTR, Local, & Shuttle Communicate load assignments to drivers as far in advance as possible Maintain acceptable driver retention levels within your assigned fleet Proactively maximize drivers available time on a daily basis Accurately update TMW with drivers ETA and actual arrival times Proactively communicate with Customer Reps on several aspects: Detention Late Arrivals Early Arrivals Available Capacity Lumpers Stop offs Driver Assist Reward and Discipline drivers as needed Coordinate on maintenance issues with the maintenance department Monitor cost metrics affected by drivers and counsel/coach them if those metrics are outside of acceptable levels, these are: Fuel Purchases Idling Tolls Out of Route Miles Schedule Equipment Maintenance Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisor and other associates both orally and in writing. Ability to take job orders from Supervisor. Ability to get along well with others in organization. Ability to establish priorities, work independently, solve problems, and proceed with objectives without supervision. Participate in corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement projects. Basic data entry and/or word processing skills. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating system. Skill in the use of common office machinery. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and on-call #J-18808-Ljbffr Keller Logistics Group