Driver Manager **Tucker Freight Lines** 1 Positions ID: Q0lWY2FoR0RDQUk1SzM5 Posted On 10/29/2024 **Job Overview** Tucker Freight Line’s Driver Manager is responsible for dispatching and building trusting relationships with their own board of Tucker Freight Line’s truck drivers. **Duties/Responsibilities:** + Lead and direct a team of professional CDL Class A drivers + Build strong and trusting relationships with each driver while maintaining a professional and respectful demeanor + Dispatch drivers to pick up and deliver loads to customers and vendors + Track driver movement and load status to ensure deliveries or pick-ups are pacing as scheduled + Ensure accurate information is in the system by frequently updating PTAs (projected time of availability) and ETAs (estimated time of arrival) + Coordinate with TFL’s maintenance department to schedule repairs and services as needed + Work closely with other Driver Manager and cover their boards as needed + Provide strategic planning to support customer’s regional expansion + Monitor transportation costs and target areas that yield improvements and cost savings + Manage time off requests for drivers + Embrace and enforce our commitment to TFL’s core values – Safety, Service, Positive Attitude, & Respect + Performs other duties as assigned **Required Skills/Abilities:** + General knowledge of the trucking industry and commercial motor vehicles + Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft word, excel, etc. + Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills + Must be a self-starter and have a positive, “can-do” attitude + Embraces teamwork and appreciates problem-solving in group environments $45k - $55k annually Military Veteran's encouraged to apply! Primary Contact 1664549089004 Human Resources , 563-239-9313 Phone Phone Phone Fax hr@tuckerfreight.com Email False False True **Job Details** Categories Management/Executive Shipping/Warehousing Transportation Location Milan, IL Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Company ID 1298 Job REQ # Q0lWY2FoR0RDQUk1SzM5eEVqaTRaTm4wZGFsTDN4dlhaeXZ6NkdvSHJSdlh2Q3lacm1wejZYeThpQUZmUXhDTg== \# Positions 1 Start Date 20241029 End Date 20241214 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Shipping Manager Dubuque Screw Products Staffing Account Manager Sedona Staffing Services Parts Manager Bodensteiner Implement Co Account Manager Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Value Stream Manager I/II (1st shift) Andersen Windows & Doors Sales Representative/Account Manager Bodensteiner Implement Co EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER (HOTEL/MOTEL) Days Inn Sales Representative/Account Manager Bodensteiner Implement Co Sales Representative/Account Manager Bodensteiner Implement Co Service Manager Bodensteiner Implement Co **Share this Job** Tucker Freight Lines **About the Company** Based in Dubuque, Iowa we are the leaders of Dry Van and Open Deck freight hauling. Founded in 1956 with the name Art Pape Transfer and now known as **Tucker Freight Lines.** AJ and Sauny Tucker (Owners) continue to grow the business while serving our customers with the highest degree and keeping our drivers happy and well taken care of. We are a family owned and professionally managed business and believe our people are our greatest asset.