What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager position at Summit Materials, LLC.?
Overview
We seek an experienced, resilient leader to join our team and lead our Ready-Mix Trucking Operations. In this role, the Transportation Manager will oversee the overall transportation and delivery of ready-mix concrete, ensuring all policies, procedures, and safety rules are followed.
Benefits
- Recession Resistant Industry
- Consistent work, with a work/life balance
- Overtime Opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
- Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
- Life Insurance - Company Paid
- Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
Roles & Responsibilities
SAFETY
- Enforce safety practices in all areas of operations - both onsite and offsite
- Monitor safe practices through THINK and SSSSDS
- Review Samsara - coach drivers on safe driving practices
AREA MANAGER
- Supervise and manage all employees within a defined range (could be from 40 - 60 drivers)
- Management continues to plant and jobsite locations
- Ensure delivery of product by drivers meets company standards
- Driver training - help train new drivers to further understand the company after completing the driver training program
- Order supplies for drivers and facilities to maintain operational functionality
SITE MANAGER
- Make sure all jobsites are safe and clear for our drivers
- Work with jobsite managers to facilitate delivery
- Work with subcontractors and supervisors to ensure jobsite viability
- Maintain environmental awareness
- Report and wrongfully placed, spilled, or any type of environmental impact on the jobsite - this may include cleaning up those items
QUALITY CONTROL
- Understanding the mix designs and how to keep the product in spec
- Advise quality control of any adjustments that need to be made
EQUIPMENT
- Ensure all equipment is in legal, safe, operational functionality
- May require light repairs and fixes that can be done in lieu of a mechanic
- Verify drums are clear and arranging chipping services if necessary
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Valid and current Commercial Drivers License with ALL endorsements preferred
- Excellent communication skills and ability to instruct others effectively
- Good performance record: safety, driving, dealings with customers/supervisors/dispatchers
- Positive public image - represents self in a positive, professional manner
- Ability to model behaviors of professional drivers by being a team player, coaching others, and providing exceptional customer service
- Ability to be a role model and coach drivers through regular training sessions that address issues such as product quality, equipment related issues, customer service, safety, and teamwork
- Knowledge of company history, philosophy, mission, and policies
- Knowledge of the following of Department of Transportation inspection, and maintenance inspection
- Ability to lead by example and help accomplish team goals
- Ability to keep time and material records including training records and mentor meeting notes and attendance
- Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
- Knowledge of different types and sizes of aggregates
- Must be able to communicate effectively on the radio system
