Transportation Supervisor

The Transportation Supervisor supervises and coordinates the activities of all St. Mary's Food Bank (SMFB) drivers, to include Class A, Class B, and others hired to drive any and all of SMFBA’s fleet. The fleet includes buses, refrigerated straight trucks, dry box storage trucks, and semi tractors. Essential Functions Knows, understands, and lives the Company Values, setting the proper example for all drivers. Establishes and maintains excellent communications with the drivers, creating a positive and rewarding working environment, and keeping drivers in tune with St. Mary's Food Bank and how their role contributes to the mission. Ensures that drivers maintain high standards of customer service and professionalism while representing St. Mary's Food Bank. Responsible for positive driver recognition as well as driver discipline. Maintains all DOT required records (i.e., CDL driver files) and logs and remains abreast of all new regulations to keep the company in compliance. Responsible for upkeep of all company vehicles to ensure safety, fueling, DOT and appearance standards are met. Schedules staff & temp services as needed and processes payroll documents accordingly. Writes driver yearly and 90‑day evaluations. Works with the Transportation Manager and HR to hire drivers to fill openings. Updates and maintains all appropriate paperwork related to transportation and fleet accountability. May be required to drive a truck if needed to complete a pick‑up or delivery. Responsible for the daily maintenance of routing software and delivery schedule. Maintains excellent relations with food donors/merchants and individuals, especially regarding transportation issues. Fills in for drivers on a regular basis to cover PTO. Acts in the capacity of the Transportation Manager, in his absence. Responsible for weekly and monthly training of CDL drivers. Ensures D.O.T. rules and regulations are adhered to by all drivers by maintaining appropriate paperwork and vehicle inspection reports. Completes daily, weekly and monthly reports as assigned. Assists in other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum five years of transportation experience including one year of fleet maintenance experience and truck dispatching. Minimum of two years of supervisory experience. Understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel, Commercial Driver License requirements and DOT rules and regulations. Physical Demands/Environment Factors Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts. Ability to lift and carry food boxes weighing up to 60 lbs. occasionally throughout a shift. Ability to grasp and handle objects. May require extensive sitting while driving to/from assigned food source, donor, or partner agency locations, or to pick up a driver from a location. Work at a height of up to 40 ft. (where applicable). Able to tolerate loud noises in the warehouse setting. Needs adequate visual acuity. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require off‑site travel. Required PPE – foot protection that complies with ANSI or ASTM rating (steel toe or composite toe with slip‑resistant sole). After completion of 90 days post‑hired date, employees will be eligible for a shoe voucher to the SMFB preferred shoe vendor. Qualifications, Skills and Abilities High school or GED. CDL, good driving record, current DOT medical certification. Solid interpersonal skills to lead and work effectively with others. Excellent knowledge of D.O.T. and CDL requirements and record keeping. Strong communication and supervisory skills in a team and fleet environment. Knowledge of basic math. Knowledge of basic mechanical concepts. Strong oral and written communication skills. Self‑starter with ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision. Planning and organization skills. Ability to multitask. Knowledge of basic safe food handling. Good planning and organization skills. Preferred Qualifications Bi‑lingual in English and Spanish preferred. Previous food distribution and non‑profit work experience. What we offer Competitive Compensation Package Competitive Pay, $60‑65k/year, including: 401(k) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match Employee referral bonus program Tuition assistance Medical and insurance coverage Employee‑only medical plan at no cost to you 4 low‑cost employee‑only, spouse and/or family member medical plans Vision and dental coverage Health savings account generously funded by the employer and flexible spending account options Short‑ and long‑term disability, life and accidental death & accident insurance at no cost to you Employee assistance and wellness programs Optional pet insurance and legal shield identity theft offering Time Off 15 PTO days, accrued bi‑weekly, that increases with length of service 40 hours of personal/sick time 8 company‑paid holidays Application Information Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and salary requirements to: Equal Opportunity Employment Statement St. Mary's Food Bank is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr