Afterhours Fleet Manager

18 hours ago

Milan, Illinois, United States Tucker Freight Lines Full-time €45,000 - €55,000 Contract

The Afterhours Fleet Manager is primarily responsible for dispatching, scheduling maintenance, and building trusting relationships with Tucker Freight Line’s drivers.

 

  • Leads, directs, and dispatches a team of professional CDL Class A drivers
  • Manages daily service requirements, including daily phone calls and client relationships
  • Manages all transportation and logistics for shipments to customers
  • Ensures safety guidelines are adhered to properly
  • Monitors transportation costs and target areas that yield improvements and cost savings
  • Provides strategic planning to support customer’s regional expansion
  • Provides accurate and timely reports
  • Maintains vehicle compliance with DOT and Tucker Freight Lines Safety Standards
  • Schedules maintenance services with vendors
  • Services and builds relationships with customers/drivers
  • Evaluates the profitability and efficiency of the fleet
  • Tracking and managing loads and driver’s locations
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Understanding of DOT regulations and Hours-of-Service
  • General knowledge of the trucking industry and commercial motor vehicles
  • Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft word, excel, etc.
  • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter and have a positive, “can-do” attitude
  • Embraces teamwork and appreciates problem-solving in group environments

 

Weekend and night shifts available. 

 

Military veterans are encouraged to apply

 

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