Fleet Manager

The Fleet Manager role with us isn’t just a job - it’s an awesome job.  We are hiring builders at OBE, and we want to lean into your expertise to help us get better. We will give you what you need to do your job, and you will get to make an impact, every single day.

This role is perfect for the individual who loves to lead a diverse team, and who is passionate about making a difference in our organization. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Job Summary

To schedule trucks for delivery and to keep Company in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Supervise drivers. 

Here’s What You’ll Get to Do:

• Supervise drivers, and ensure drivers and vehicles remain in compliance with DOT regulations
• Conduct driver training and meetings as required
• Ensure that drivers are maintaining safety requirements
• Coach drivers and maintain smart safety score required
• Schedule the work effort of the company drivers
• Ensure that fleet is operating efficiently with costs compared to freight
• Ensure that daily delivery schedules and bill of ladings for drivers are completed by staff
• Ensure that drivers inspect loads for load securement prior to dispatch
• Review customer's proof of deliveries for breakage and back orders and coordinate with Production Department for reorders
• Check quality of goods that may have been rejected during shipment
• Review all drivers' logs, inspection reports, and trip records daily.  Prepare trip records and fuel tax reports as needed.
• Oversee maintenance program for company vehicles
• Ensure compliance with all DOT and Company policies and procedures such as accident investigation and drug and alcohol testing
• Ensure all driver qualification files meet DOT requirements, including driver road tests
• Audit driver logs to ensure drivers are compliant with hours of service regulations

Here’s What We’re Looking For:

• Two years managing DOT regulated drivers and scheduling transportation required
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations required
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work activities and deliveries required
• Strong organizational skills
• Computer skills such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Good verbal & written communications skills and math aptitude
• Ability to communicate and work with customers and drivers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner
• Experience in glass industry preferred
• CDL (unexpired) preferred