Fleet Manager

Fleet Manager# Fleet Manager Hot Job Corporate Office - Minneapolis, MN 55422## Overview Salary Range $62,000.00 - $72,000.00 Salary## Description 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.