Fleet Manager - Solar Transport

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Fleet Manager - Solar Transport

Maverik

icon Des Moines, IA, US, 50309

iconFull Time

icon23 April 2024

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Starting pay at $50,300.00 DOE plus bonus

Ability to work 12-hour shifts including weekends required

Solar Transport is searching for a Fleet Manager to oversee and manage, all day-to-day driver and service-related activities and functions for assigned geographical/terminal driver locations. The Fleet Manager will ensure all driver needs are met concerning on-time performance, error-free service, and driver satisfaction. This could be the perfect opportunity for you if you have strong communication skills and a passion for customer service!

What You'll Do: 

  • Oversee and manage all, day-to-day driver and service-related activities and functions for assigned geographical /terminal driver locations including but not limited to, daily planning, and dispatch and dispatch of customer orders, ensuring that all orders are dispatched and requested delivery windows are met
  • Manager the day-to-day issues, regarding service, equipment management (in conjunction with Region Manager), driver-related issues, and service deviations
  • Works with Central Planning Operations Manager/Senior Fleet Manager to analyze and provide solutions for chronic problems within operation, including performance to customer expectations, efficiency concerns, and driver performance
  • Able to navigate Solar’s TMW dispatching software as well as multiple screens to utilize Email, customer websites, and dispatching software
  • Ability to work a 12-hour shift including weekends

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • 1+ yrs. experience in a Fleet Manager position at a logistics company preferred
  • Experience in the transportation industry preferred
  • Previous managerial experience preferred

Team Member Competencies:

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong listening skills
  • Practice operating independently without the need for continuous oversight or direction
  • Proven ability to effectively prioritize and balance competing needs
  • A history of taking the initiative to identify and solve work-related problems
  • Experience in exercising initiative and sound judgment in decision-making

Solar Transport is an equal opportunity employer and inclusive environment. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

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