We're looking for a Fleet Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll oversee daily freight planning, driver dispatch, equipment utilization, and customer service activities for a fleet of professional drivers. You'll play a critical role in maximizing driver and equipment productivity, ensuring DOT compliance, maintaining strong driver relationships, and delivering exceptional service to customers while supporting the overall success of the operation.

Location

Onsite

Schedule

As necessary, including after-hours support as operational needs require.

Who You Are…

You are a highly organized transportation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing the needs of drivers, customers, and operations. You excel at load planning, dispatch, problem solving, and relationship building while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Why Work for Us?

Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, and more
Free online healthcare and mental healthcare upon hire
401(k) with company match
Six paid holidays plus three floating holidays
Accrued Paid Time Off beginning on your date of hire
Company-paid Life Insurance
Promotion-from-within culture and career growth opportunities
Quarterly bonus program (where applicable)

What You'll Do

Plan, assign, and dispatch freight to maximize driver and equipment utilization while meeting customer expectations.
Coordinate daily load planning, scheduling, and fleet operations to support service and profitability goals.
Maintain regular communication with drivers regarding load assignments, home time, service requirements, and operational updates.
Monitor driver Hours of Service, DOT compliance, and company policy adherence prior to dispatching loads.
Optimize equipment utilization through effective fleet planning, backhaul opportunities, and load management strategies.
Partner with customers, brokers, shippers, and consignees to coordinate freight movements and resolve service issues.
Track load progress, PTAs, ETAs, arrivals, departures, and service performance to ensure on-time delivery.
Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair scheduling with the Maintenance team to minimize downtime.
Manage driver payroll-related activities, time-off scheduling, and operational documentation requirements.
Collaborate with Safety, Payroll, Maintenance, and other departments to support operational efficiency and compliance.
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, performance feedback, and development support for assigned team members.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned to achieve operational objectives.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills to be Successful

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities.
Strong load planning, dispatching, and fleet management skills.
Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service requirements, and transportation compliance.
Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.
Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency.

Required Education And Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years of transportation industry experience in a non-driver role.
Working knowledge of DOT regulations.

Preferred Education And Experience

Associate degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
3+ years of Fleet Manager or Dispatcher experience.
Experience with TMW, Omnitracs, Qualcomm, or similar systems.
Experience with backhaul planning and fleet optimization.

About The Role

Starting pay will be based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.

About Koch Companies

Koch Companies is a family-owned, industry-leading transportation and logistics organization committed to growth, innovation, and employee success.

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