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Driver Leader - Dallas, TX

Xpresstechfreight, Dallas, TX, United States


Driver Leader - Dallas, TX
DALLAS TX USX TERMINAL

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Position open to remote: No

Grade: ES11

Compensation Range: $47,300 - $60,000

Primary Position Purpose
The Driver Leader executes on U.S. Xpress’ initiatives daily with an obsession around driver satisfaction and customer focus. The Driver Leader is flexible and ready to adapt to the ever‑changing needs of the industry and challenge of the day.

Position Functions

Supervise driver performance according to company policies, DOT regulations, and all other federally or locally mandated rules/laws/guidelines.

Directly supervise multiple drivers at any given time (new hires, drivers off truck, drivers needing additional training support, etc.).

Responsible for the satisfaction of a driver while they are over the road.

Make recommendations for performance documentation to include promotions and/or terminations.

Responsible for addressing issues and disputes for drivers.

Promote safe operations.

Manage driver capacity by maintaining seated truck count and accurate driver PTAs.

Ensure drivers and equipment (i.e., fleet maintenance programs, etc.) are performing as necessary to provide on‑time service.

Manage company performance objectives with drivers and monitor that performance.

Monitor and manage KPIs around P&L, Safety, Fuel Management, and Utility.

Ensure on‑time service is met. Address possible service issues in a timely manner while coordinating with USX Customer Service when applicable.

Communicate service deviations to Customer Service in a timely manner.

Collaborate cross‑functionally to continue to drive the culture and live out our mission and core values.

Answer incoming phone calls, live chats, and emails to assist drivers with delays, service issues, trailers, payroll, etc.

Collaborate in‑person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.

Attend all in‑person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.

Regularly engage remotely and in‑person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience required

Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested

Experience

2+ years of experience in driver or customer‑facing role required

Transportation, Logistics, and/or Tech industry experience a plus

Skills & Abilities

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Adept at assessing organizational dynamics and managing change

Works quickly and efficiently. Able to test solutions, learn, and iterate quickly

Proactive and pragmatic problem solver

Communicates effectively across multiple mediums

Licenses & Certifications
N/A

Supervisory Responsibility
30 - 50 drivers

Work Environment
This job operates in a normal professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to communicate or exchange information. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer, expansive reading, or preparing and analyzing data, reports, and figures.

EEO Statement
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.

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