Transportation Supervisor

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Wages - Office Salaries Full Time Management Austin, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition

Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services and the largest private recycling company in the U.S. with operations across the country. We help businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste, lowering disposal costs and fueling local supply chains by ensuring materials are recovered, recycled, and reused.

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily transportation operations at a single Circular Services facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely completion of all assigned routes and transportation activities. This position provides direct supervision to drivers, coordinates daily schedules, monitors fleet readiness, and ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety standards.

The Transportation Supervisor works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Customer Service, and Safety teams to resolve transportation challenges, improve route efficiency, and maintain reliable service. This is a hands-on leadership position that requires strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to support drivers in daily operations.

• Supervise daily transportation operations at the assigned facility, ensuring routes are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Provide direct supervision to drivers, including scheduling, timekeeping, PTO coordination, performance management, coaching, and employee development.
• Coordinate daily driver assignments, route schedules, and staffing needs to ensure operational coverage and customer service expectations are met.
• Ensure drivers complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections, Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs), route documentation, and other required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Monitor driver compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and established safety procedures, including maintaining current licenses, medical certifications, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure vehicles are properly maintained, inspected, registered, and available for safe operation.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and evaluating drivers to ensure operational readiness and adherence to company standards.
• Conduct regular driver meetings and communicate safety updates, operational changes, routing concerns, and performance expectations.
• Utilize telematics and routing software to monitor driver performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support efficient transportation operations.
• Support driver safety training initiatives, including the Smith System, and reinforce safe driving practices through ongoing coaching and observation.
• Conduct routine driver and vehicle compliance reviews to identify and address potential safety or regulatory concerns.
• Partner with Operations, Customer Service, Maintenance, and Safety teams to resolve service disruptions, equipment issues, and other transportation-related challenges.
• Monitor transportation expenses, including fuel consumption, vehicle utilization, and overtime, to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Maintain accurate transportation records, including vehicle inspections, maintenance activities, fuel usage, route completion, and driver documentation.
• Assist with transportation-related audits, inspections, and asset management activities.
• Provide route coverage or assist with driving responsibilities when necessary and appropriately qualified.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, fleet operations, or a related operational environment.
• 1+ years of experience supervising or leading drivers, transportation teams, or frontline employees.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, transportation safety requirements, and vehicle inspection procedures.
• Experience coordinating driver schedules, route assignments, and daily transportation activities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold employees accountable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and…