Job Description:
Asset Based- Yes
Position: Fleet Manager and Safety Director
Location: Clarksville, TN
Position type: On Site
Salary: $95k plus based on experience
Job Description
- Develop and implement strategies to significantly reduce violations/ accidents through initiatives (weekly calls, training, truck adjustment, etc.)
- Focus on increasing safety on the road, environmental sustainability, and leveraging technology to increase throughput/reduce operating cost.
- Recruit and retain high-quality drivers through a rigorous screening/interview process.
- Gain respect / trust from drivers as well as understand their concerns through experience.
- Leverage knowledge of driver's issues to adjust pay scales and safety policies as needed.
- Develop maintenance programs and driver training programs.
- Perform cost analysis regarding in-house R&M vs. outside shop, etc.
- Perform cost analysis to determine when to repair or sell equipment.
- Implement a culture of safety from drivers to office staff.
- Monitor and improve HoS, FMCSA scores, safety assessment and DOT audits.
Requirements
- 8+ years in safety/compliance and maintenance management
- Proven track record of managing a fleet size of 150+ trucks
- Experience with over-the-road driving/ CDL License is preferred.
- Experience in managing drivers, maintaining and procuring trucks and driving adherence to safety regulations.
- Success in building maintenance programs and ongoing driver training programs preferred.
Personal Characteristics
- Business mindset, forward thinking and open minded to new ideas and technology
- Self-starter, organized and detail oriented.
- Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an eye for co business opportunities.
- Disciplined approach to managing compliance and regulations.
- Able to see potential in people while assembling their respective team.
- Willing to speak with drivers on selling the company to join the fleet
- Relatable and approachable
