What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation General Manager position at Shoreside Petroleum Inc.?
General Information
Job Title: Transportation General Manager
Contact: Trina Kindred,
Date Posted: 12/28/2023
Date Closed: 03/31/2024
Location: Anchorage Terminal Operations
Compensation and Hours
Minimum Salary: DOE/Hour
Maximum Salary: DOE/Hour
Type of Job: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/401K
Anticipated Job Duration: Year Round
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position requires a dynamic individual who will be responsible for the daily operational management of our line haul fleet including professional drivers, mechanics, and dispatchers. Due to constantly changing variables, this position requires the ability to analyze all available information in order to make optimal decisions. As customer service and lasting relationships are essential to the company, the position will work closely with customers to ensure critical deliveries consistently meet expectations.
JOB DUTIES
- Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating, and retaining qualified drivers while emphasizing safety & customer service. Maintaining a general rapport with drivers is important.
- Responsible for overseeing driver regulatory compliance including hours of service, DOT and FMCSA requirements, etc.
- Managing and working alongside the dispatch team. Maintaining proper communication while backing up dispatch duties when necessary.
- Work to ensure fleet maintenance and scheduling of equipment integrates seamlessly with daily operations. Fleet appearance and maintenance integrity are very important.
- Utilize fleet management software to ensure all safety, compliance, maintenance, dispatch, and tracking is monitored and maintained in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
- Participate in regular transportation and supply meetings.
- Participate in monthly safety management meetings and implement any needed changes to the safety programs.
- Maintain product knowledge and fuel quality assurance protocols are met.
- Build and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.
IDENTIFIED COMPETENCIES
- Team Player.
- Trustworthy and Honest.
- Stays flexible and adaptable.
- Quick learner and excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to accomplish work with minimal supervision.
- Must have knowledge of business software systems, including software specific to the transportation industry.
- Results oriented.
- Problem-solving and critical-creative thinking.
- Communicates appropriately with team.
CORE VALUES
- Honest
- Respectful
- Responsible
- Dependable
- Positive Attitude
- Cooperative
ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience)
Education: High School diploma or GED is required.
Transportation: Must have background in trucking logistics. Experience in line haul truck driving, possessing a current CDL with Hazmat endorsement is preferred but not necessary.
Other Qualifications: Must be able to work cooperatively with others. Must possess the ability to make decisions using pre-defined guidelines. Must possess a desire to perform at a high level taking personal pride in a job or task accomplished.
Attendance: Regular attendance is a requirement of this position. Position is Monday - Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Due to the operating hours of the fleet and our customer requirements, after-hours availability is required.
English Language: Must be able to read, write, and speak English.