Transportation Supervisor (Roaming)

TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR (ROAMING)

Northern Virginia

Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package of medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, 401k with company match, and paid time off. COMPANY VEHICLE PROVIDED.

This position is a hybrid position – 2 days in Distribution Center (Ashland) and 3 days working out of one of our cross-dock locations – truck to truck, or, multiple Ryder/Penske/ Parking lot locations, where we park our trucks and/or have the drivers meet the shuttle truck that comes up from the DC in Ashland, assist with the transferring of the load, paperwork, returns, etc.

A commercial drivers license is NOT necessary, but you must be able to drive a box truck as drivers sometimes call out.

Valid DOT card is required.

The right candidate for this position is an experienced Transportation Supervisor that is comfortable with roaming the territory and covering routes in the event of a driver call-out. Drivers are spread across the assigned region with several delivery points for our shuttle trucks to conduct proper parking lot load exchanges.

NOVA shuttle drop locations:

• Fredericksburg
• Manassas
• Lorton
• Springfield
• Distribution Center located in Ashland, VA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures all routes are delivered in a timely manner.
• Manages coverage of drivers, accounting for vacations, absences, etc.
• Monitors performance of drivers and reports any disciplinary issues to the Transportation Manager / Operations Manager.
• Responsible for payroll submissions, vacation approvals, recruiting, and conducting performance appraisals on direct reports.
• Completes scheduled driver audits for all drivers in assigned facility(s).
• Maintains all fuel receipts for all terminals, matching them to monthly billing statements.
• Keeps daily Error Log with Driver Check-In personnel to monitor delivery, warehouse, and sales errors.
• Acts as liaison between drivers and sales consultants.
• Recruits/trains all new drivers in accordance with company orientation checklist and DOT Driver criteria.
• Fills in as emergency back-up for any route in the event driver is unavailable.
• Works with Director of Fleet Services to maintain compliance with all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Perform spot vehicle inspections and report findings to Manager / Director Fleet Services.
• Assists Customer Service / AR staff with any delivery questions.
• Arrives to work, meetings, appointments, and other work-related functions on time and as scheduled.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Trains staff on and follows all vehicular safety policies and procedures; actively makes improvements to processes to always ensure highest level of safety; reports all accidents to the appropriate personnel.
• Communicate hazards and/or suggest improvements to Manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or GED; additional education preferred.

2. One year of supervisory experience in a transportation/logistics role.

3. Valid Commercial Driver’s license is a plus but not mandatory.

4. Three to five years of experience as truck driver.

5. Ability to always operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner.

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

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