Fleet Manager Job Description
Responsibilities:
1. Coach Dispatch team to company and department goals.
2. Talk to drivers daily/check in’s.
3. Walk the drivers through any issues they may have:
1. Breakdowns
2. Accidents
3. Customer issues
4. Develop efficient driver schedules to maximize profits:
1. Ensure all drivers make our quarterly goal.
2. Ensure Dead Head is at the company goal standards.
3. Book second loads daily for drivers.
5. Input accurate load information sent to Billing:
1. Ensure on Friday that all loads are ready to be sent to billing.
2. Ensure payroll gets all necessary reports:
1. Driver assistance pay
2. Driver breakdown pay
6. Manage drivers to adhere to strict schedules:
1. Manage driver PC time.
2. Ensure on-time deliveries.
3. Review Hours of service periodically throughout the week to ensure drivers have the time to deliver loads.
7. Find ways to cut costs and maximize profits:
1. Work with Operations Manager to analyze profits and work on cutting costs.
8. Develop strategies for greater fuel efficiency.
9. Maintain detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection.
10. Comply with U.S. Department of Transport laws and regulations:
1. Ensure drivers are adhering to DOT driver log policies.
11. Monitor driver behavior and ensure a high level of customer service:
1. Provide drivers with positive reinforcement.
2. Find ways to encourage drivers to perform well.
3. Conduct progressive discipline for drivers breaking company policies.
12. Analyze data to increase business operational efficiency.
13. Utilize GPS systems to monitor drivers and track vehicles for safety purposes.
14. Complete driver reimbursements.
15. Complete reports on duties completed as a Fleet Manager.
16. Maintain communication with customers daily:
1. Utilize PGTs network.
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