Managed operations of small trucking company with ten trucks and twenty 53' dry vans.
- Oversaw performance and compliance of drivers with all DOT safety regulations.
- Supervised a team of ten drivers, two dispatchers, and one accounts receivable/payables specialist.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards through regular monitoring of driver activities, to include pre and post trip inspections, ensure drivers complied with DOT Hours of Service for commercial drivers. ensure all drivers were enrolled in a DOT drug and alcohol testing program.
- Ensured the company stayed in compliance with all Federal and State regulations to include, maintaining an updated MCS 150 report semi annually, maintaining the proper liability and cargo insurance for complying with DOT regulations. ensure all IFTA quarterly reports were completed and submitted in a timely manner ensured UCR registrations are updated, and all vehicle are registered and receive an annual DOT inspection and all required paperwork are in all vehicles.
- Responsible for recruiting and hiring all new drivers by ensuring they meet all of DOT's stringent requirements, including ensuring drivers pass a pre-employment drug test, inspecting driver's driving records, screening new candidate's background check, along with road testing all selected drivers.
- Conduct quarterly safety meetings, inspect vehicles to ensure they are safe and comply with all DOT regulations. reprimand drivers on unsafe operation of commercial vehicles. prepare the company for FMCSA safety inspection.
- Maintained records of vehicle maintenance schedules to ensure proper upkeep of fleet vehicles.
- Supervised dispatchers on proper dispatching techniques to enhance revenue.
- Provided guidance on optimal routing strategies for shipments based on cost, time sensitivity, and other criteria.
- Established and enforced the Company Standard Operating Procedures.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Oversaw cash flow management to ensure financial stability.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.