Wel Companies
Job Details
Job Location Norman Office - Norman, OK
Position Type Full Time
Salary Range $55000.00 Salary/year
Job Shift 1st Shift
Job Category Operations
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Driver Fleet Lead at WEL Companies, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the transportation operations of the company. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of your fleet of company drivers, you will be tasked with resolving any issues that may arise during transportation, such as delays, accidents, or mechanical problems. Your ability to communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and other team members will be essential in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. You will need to have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide direction to drivers to ensure excellent customer service. Monitor and track driver performance to ensure on-time delivery and safe driving practices. Communicate with driver to provide dispatch information, support, guidance, and address any issues that may arise during their trips. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards for all drivers under your supervision. Analyze data and reports to optimize driver schedules, fuel efficiency, and overall fleet performance. Manage driver payroll and home time. Assist planner with routing equipment to mechanical service, and ensuring equipment is constantly in rotation. Clear communication to support staff to help with any unresolved issues. Assist with company driver orientation. Identify loads that may be running early and/or late and find solutions to ensure on-time delivery while keeping drivers and contractors moving. Other duties as assigned. Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent; required Associate degree (Logistics, Business Management, or relatable field); preferred Experience:
5 plus years of experience in the transportation industry a plus AS400 experience; a plus Computer Skills:
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software products and Windows. Ability to learn and use proprietary software. Advanced keyboarding skills. Essential Skills:
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills. Experience working in a team environment. Strong attention to detail.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally)
Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)
F (Frequently)
Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)
C (Constantly)
Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Push/Pull
Stand
F
10 lbs. or less
F
12 lbs. or less
F
Walk
F
11-20 lbs.
O
13-25 lbs.
O
Sit
C
21-50 lbs.
O
26-40 lbs.
O
Manually Manipulate
C
51-100 lbs.
N
41-100 lbs.
N
Reach Outward
F
Over 100 lbs.
N
Reach Above Shoulder
F
Climb
N
Crawl
N
Squat or Kneel
O
Bend
O
Other Physical Requirements
•
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
•
Sense of Sound - normal
WORK ENVIRONMENT
An office environment in a controlled atmosphere building
WEL Companies has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
WEL Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Location Norman Office - Norman, OK
Position Type Full Time
Salary Range $55000.00 Salary/year
Job Shift 1st Shift
Job Category Operations
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Driver Fleet Lead at WEL Companies, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the transportation operations of the company. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of your fleet of company drivers, you will be tasked with resolving any issues that may arise during transportation, such as delays, accidents, or mechanical problems. Your ability to communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and other team members will be essential in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. You will need to have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide direction to drivers to ensure excellent customer service. Monitor and track driver performance to ensure on-time delivery and safe driving practices. Communicate with driver to provide dispatch information, support, guidance, and address any issues that may arise during their trips. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards for all drivers under your supervision. Analyze data and reports to optimize driver schedules, fuel efficiency, and overall fleet performance. Manage driver payroll and home time. Assist planner with routing equipment to mechanical service, and ensuring equipment is constantly in rotation. Clear communication to support staff to help with any unresolved issues. Assist with company driver orientation. Identify loads that may be running early and/or late and find solutions to ensure on-time delivery while keeping drivers and contractors moving. Other duties as assigned. Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent; required Associate degree (Logistics, Business Management, or relatable field); preferred Experience:
5 plus years of experience in the transportation industry a plus AS400 experience; a plus Computer Skills:
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software products and Windows. Ability to learn and use proprietary software. Advanced keyboarding skills. Essential Skills:
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills. Experience working in a team environment. Strong attention to detail.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally)
Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)
F (Frequently)
Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)
C (Constantly)
Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Push/Pull
Stand
F
10 lbs. or less
F
12 lbs. or less
F
Walk
F
11-20 lbs.
O
13-25 lbs.
O
Sit
C
21-50 lbs.
O
26-40 lbs.
O
Manually Manipulate
C
51-100 lbs.
N
41-100 lbs.
N
Reach Outward
F
Over 100 lbs.
N
Reach Above Shoulder
F
Climb
N
Crawl
N
Squat or Kneel
O
Bend
O
Other Physical Requirements
•
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
•
Sense of Sound - normal
WORK ENVIRONMENT
An office environment in a controlled atmosphere building
WEL Companies has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
WEL Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.