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About this Driver Manager role at Bison Transport

Bison Transport · Onsite · Winnipeg, MB
As a Driver Manager, you will be accountable for the overall productivity and performance of their assigned drivers and tractors. This will be accomplished through ongoing review of key performance indicators, followed by active participation in strategies to positively affect results. The Driver Manager is also expected to be a leader for the entire department by providing direction and support on a day to day basis.

Specific Responsibilities include:

  • Lead and retain a designated fleet of drivers as well as an assigned fleet of 60-75 tractors.
  • Establish a good working relationship with each driver.
  • Ensure that assigned fleet of tractors is utilized in the best interests of the company.  In its basic form, this responsibility means maximizing the number of days per month that tractors are productive.
  • Ensure that assigned drivers are meeting productivity targets.
  • Ongoing management of driver performance outside of mileage and days of work, with a focus on company policy and procedures.
  • Ensure payroll accuracy for assigned drivers.
  • Working on behalf of both the driver and the company to resolve any day to day or long-term issues in order to positively affect driver retention statistics.

Our Ideal Candidate will possess:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience to be considered for this role.
  • Experience in the Transportation is a key asset.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and coach.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to realize sense of timeliness in prioritizing personal and fleet activities
  • Strong organizational skills with a clear sense of urgency about planning and executing work.
  • Ability to maintain composure, effectiveness and flexibility under pressure will be key to your success in this position.
  • Strong ability to adapt to varying situations.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities.

This position is subject to a Monday to Friday shift, standard hours of work.

This job is classified under NOC Code: 14405.



 

Why Bison:                    
•    Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
•    Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
•    Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
•    Join our engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams

About Bison:                    
•    Celebrating over 50 years in Business
•    Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
•    Committed to environmental sustainability

Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. 

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About Bison Transport

We’re elevating the Professional Driver experience like never before. Our award-winning culture and unparalleled commitment to safety, teamwork and flexibility puts us in a lane of our own. And with a variety of renowned clients on the journey with us, you’ll have the stability to achieve more – mile after mile. Our wheels are always turning to keep you safe. That’s why we give our highly trained Drivers the Right To Decide if it’s safe to drive – whether facing unfavorable road conditions or fatigue. As part of North America’s safest fleet, you’ll have reliable equipment and efficient technology to help you get home to what matters most. As we continue to grow, someone’s always here to help

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