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About this Driver Manager role at Highway Transport

Highway Transport · Onsite · Philadelphia, PA
Responsible for managing and directing an assigned group of company drivers and overseeing contractor relations. This must be done within the established policies and procedures of the company. The key responsibility of a driver manager is to foster proactive communication to help facilitate the needs of the driver and company objectives. This includes, but is not limited to, safety, training, performance metrics, maintenance, and pay. The Driver Manager must be accessible to an assigned group of drivers by phone, e-mail, text, or Mobile Communications system. Driver and contractor management is the primary emphasis, but the position will also assist with managing day-to-day activities within the service center. Communicate with internal and external customers as needed.

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Type: In-Office

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Croydon)

Salary: $56,000-$82,000

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Main responsibility is to be the direct line communication and management of drivers 

  • Interview drivers to ensure job duties and expectations align from both driver and company 

  • Frequent communication to make sure we are meeting drivers’ expectations 

  • Approve and review driver pay for accuracy 

  • Ensure driver pay thresholds are met 

  • Review and discuss safety analytics with driver 

  • Assure Transflo scanning is current 

  • Ensure all driver training certificates and expirations are current 

  • Manage driver OJT and onboarding checklist reviews 

  • Complete driver performance reviews 

  • Responsible for meeting or exceeding driver turnover ratio 

  • Meet or exceed budgeted driver count 

  • Monitor accuracy of driver profiles and schedules 

  • Speak-ups and People Element survey reporting 

  • Work with HR (Human Resources) & safety regional managers on corrective actions and compliance occurrences 

  • Other duties as assigned 

 

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required 

  • 2 years’ experience in the direct management of personnel preferred 

  • Bulk transportation preferred 

 

Skills Required: 

  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills 

  • Management experience preferred 

  • Strong time management and organizational skills 

  • Ability to exercise independent judgement.  

  • Ability to direct and manage employees and contractors 

  • Ability to follow established policies and procedures of the company 

  • Knowledge of Federal DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations 

  • Must be able to work with interruptions and deadlines 

  • Must be able to effectively interact with internal and external customers 

 

Physical Demands/Working Conditions: 

  • Majority of time will be spent at the service center- in the office and on the yard 

  • Flexibility in scheduled hours and days worked is required 

  • Occasional weekend work and non-business hours availability is required 

  • Occasional travel to other service centers as needed 

Highway Transport is a tanker trucking company that has been family-owned since 1948. When you join us, you become part of a family-orientated culture that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions.

We believe in taking care of our employees and ensuring their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your life, including;

  • 401(k) Match

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Holidays

  • HSA Contribution Match

  • Wellness Program

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Disability, Accident and Life Insurance

  • Discount Programs

  • Paid Maternity Leave

Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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How this Driver salary compares

This role pays $69,000/yrin line with the typical range for Driver roles.

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Typical range $36,400–$71,316/yr, from 15 comparable Driver listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Driver salary insights →

About Highway Transport

Highway Transport is a family owned and operated company since 1948. Our culture is defined by strong ethics, individual responsibility and accountability with a continued focus on improvement in a dynamic global environment. We're committed to bringing Employee Satisfaction, Safety, and Real Customer focus to our business.

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