Transport Supervisor

Job Summary: This position is responsible for ensuring the successful operation and supervision of work performed in the Heavy Haul area by drivers and ensuring the proper use and maintenance of transport assets in support of effective and efficient Heavy Haul operations.

This work will include but will not be limited to: the supervision of drivers, management of trucks and trailers, record keeping, customer communications, implementing new techniques and equipment, assisting drivers with technical information, driver safety and training, and effective collaboration with other internal personnel and external customers to ensure that work is performed in alignment with the company vision, mission and values. This position may also involve after-hours' work due to the nature of Heavy Haul operations.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3) Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions:

• Model, promote, reinforce, and reward the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Plan, monitor and control Heavy Haul activities for a specific region of HOLT Territory to ensure alignment with the company mission and core business values to achieve established regional service objectives and business unit forecasts
• Select, develop, and evaluate Heavy Haul personnel to ensure commitment, competence, and human resource availability
• Communicate, monitor, and enforce Heavy Haul policies in order to ensure a high level of consistency within the service division
• Model, reinforce and monitor safe work practices to ensure that work environment hazards and lost time accidents are reduced and/or eliminated
• Oversee driver operations, to include adherence to all DOT regulations, company policies, and department procedures
• Oversee the operations, maintenance, and repairs of all Heavy Haul trucks and trailers
• Oversee the proper internal and outside carrier invoicing and billing.
• Implement and ensure standard processes for driver, truck, and dispatching operations
• Make recommendations to the Transport Manager (Heavy Haul) and/or the Sr Director Transport and Fleet, for process improvements and enhancements
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Collaborate with company personnel and customers (as needed) to ensure proper completion of assigned hauls
• Performs other duties assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Excellent verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills
* Knowledge of state and federal DOT requirements
* Strong knowledge of the Heavy Haul industry
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with both internal and external customers
* Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills
* Time management and organizational skills
* Ability to handle a complex workload
* Ability to identify complex problems and to review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
* Consulting and influencing abilities
* Ability to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public
* Basic knowledge in accounting principles and make arithmetic computations

Education and Experience:

* High school diploma or equivalent required
* 5+ years as a Heavy Haul driver and within the Transportation industry required
*Supervisory experience preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and development; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing and resolving problems.

Travel:
* Travels monthly with possible overnight travel
* Valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:

• This position involves extended periods in a stationary position
• This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment:

• This job is performed in both a professional office environment, in environmentally controlled conditions, and outdoors and may be exposed to weather extremes conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Frequently works at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions

Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.