Transportation Fleet Manager
The Transportation Fleet Manager oversees a dedicated fleet of professional drivers, ensuring efficient operations, safety compliance, and high customer service standards. This entry-level management role involves coaching drivers, managing fleet utilization, coordinating with customers, and handling operational issues such as maintenance, fuel management, and driver payroll. The position requires strong communication skills, knowledge of DOT regulations, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Transportation Fleet Manager based in Baytown, TX. This is an entry-level management role responsible for supervising a dedicated fleet of professional drivers, ensuring on-time service, managing utilization and maintenance, and maintaining strong driver and customer communication.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client seeks a hands-on fleet manager to coach drivers, monitor daily operations, and partner with internal teams to prevent service failures. This role focuses on driver performance, asset utilization, safety, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage a dedicated fleet of professional drivers and maintain strong driver relationships
- Track and trace trucks throughout the day; manage ETAs, PTAs, and load confirmations
- Monitor key metrics: utilization, fuel (MPG, out-of-route miles, idle time), maintenance, and safety incidents
- Manage driver PM schedules for tractors and trailers and coordinate equipment inspections
- Handle home-time requests in accordance with account expectations
- Respond promptly to driver messages and assist with payroll, fuel issues, and advances
- Accurately maintain operational data in AS400 and/or TMW systems
- Coordinate with Dispatch, Planning, Safety, and Customer Service to resolve operational issues
- Follow established procedures and best practices to ensure consistent, high-quality service
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred
- 0–3 years of management or leadership experience (entry-level manager)
- Transportation industry experience preferred
- Working knowledge of DOT regulations and driver Hours-of-Service (HOS)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AS400 and/or TMW experience is a plus
- Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and manage people effectively
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Compensation & Benefits
Confidential Client offers a competitive compensation package and a robust benefits program.
- Expected Pay Range: $53,062.00 - $59,853.50 (typical hire range)
- Full Pay Range: $53,062.00 - $82,025.00
- 401(k) match
- Medical, dental & vision insurance; telemedicine access
- Company-paid short- & long-term disability; company-paid life insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Generous paid time off and paid company holidays
- Tuition reimbursement, employee discount program, DFSA, adoption assistance, EAP, and pet insurance
Work Location & Type
- On-site in Baytown, TX (local candidates preferred)
- Full-time
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Notes
Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to inclusive hiring. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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