We are looking to hire experienced CDL-A over-the-road drivers to join our team. Depending on their home state, most drivers start at a base of 60cpm with an added 3-5cpm in accessorial pay, with total pay coming out to 63-65cpm. Expected annual pay is $80,000-95,000/year. Pay raises are available to qualifying drivers every 6 months. Full W2 benefits (health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) match, life insurance, long and short term disability, and more.

GP Transco is a leading trucking company based in Chicago, Illinois, committed to providing exceptional transportation services to our clients across the United States. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we have earned a reputation for excellence in the trucking industry.

Job Summary:

As a Driver Manager, your responsibility will be to execute the daily processes and activities involved in all aspects of a truckload shipment. This multi-faceted position has you accountable for assisting a group of drivers, along with ensuring customer service commitments are being met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer guidance to drivers on the best ways to maximize their earnings, while delivering a high level of customer service.

• Suggest most efficient routes (including fueling stops) and maintain contact with drivers throughout the day.

• Collaborate with Planning Department to modify daily routes to accommodate the needs of customers and drivers.

• Ensuring fleet profitability through weekly KPI’s and set thresholds.

• Build strong relationships with drivers.

• Communicate any issues or changes with freight brokers and customers, providing exceptional customer service to reach the targets set by management.

• Oversee and comply with scheduled vehicle inspections, maintenance, and servicing set forth by Maintenance department, to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

• Balance workloads to keep existing drivers satisfied.

• Driver performance review calls.

• Ensure efficient and compliant HOS utilization according to FMCSA regulations.

• Effectively communicate with drivers, brokers, managers, and colleagues.

• Analyze driver performance and vehicle utilization, maximize the work efficiency of your team of drivers.

• Track drivers and vehicle locations and routes live to know the drivers’ whereabouts ensuring they are on the right track.

• Ensure high quality work based on company standards, procedures, processes, and values, including best representation of employer and the company.

• Comply with daily tasks, such as - schedules, reports, load planner and other system updates in a prompt and timely manner set forth by management team.

• Have basic knowledge and ability to negotiate and book spot-freight using major freight broker load boards, based on parameters set by capacity team and/or management.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Attention to detail.

• Excellent English language skills (esp. listening).

• Excellent communication skills.

• Minimum 2 years of industry related experience managing truck drivers

• Must have proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy.

• Ability to work well under pressure and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Customer Service oriented, professional attitude and team mindset.

• Good problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills.

• Exceptional organization and time management abilities.

• Proactive, attentive to details.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

GP Transco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, states or local law

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 

• $55,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Paid training

• Parental leave

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 2 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Location: 

• In person

As the Fleet Maintenance Technician, your key responsibility is to Execute directives as set forth by the Maintenance Department and Maintenance Manager to guarantee safe and timely repairs to equipment in the shop for P.M. or repair. Supervises activities of shop employees to provide efficiency, productivity, and safety. Assists Technicians in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and related mechanical components.

Essential Functions:

• Creates and maintains a safe and efficient work environment.

• Assigns jobs to technicians and follows up on progress.

• Reviews Repair Orders for accuracy and completeness.

• Assist Technicians in troubleshooting, testing, cleaning, and adjusting parts or assemblies, use various instruments to make sure they are working properly.

• Inspects vehicles for roadworthiness and lists any work required.

• Responsible for floor level operations of the shop.

• Accounts for all employees’ time.

• Assists the maintenance manager with employee scheduling, productivity reviews, and daily operation of shop.

• Assists manager with repair coordination, OSHA compliance, data entry, and warranty work as needed.

• Assists manager with equipment tracking and quality control.

• Ensures inspection of new driver assigned trucks.

• Meets with staff to ensure consistency with company policy, procedures, and other issue resolutions.

• Assists with training of shop employees.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• General knowledge of the transportation industry

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Ability to multitask efficiently

• Professional attitude and team mindset

Benefits Offered:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance - paid by the company

• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with 5% company match

• Paid time off and paid national holidays

• Employee assistance program

• Health savings account

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Company-paid Friday lunch and other company-sponsored activities

GP Transco is a leading asset-based transportation and logistics carrier company, committed to providing exceptional transportation solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, innovative logistics solutions, and dedicated team. Join us and be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions matter.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, fostering strong and lasting relationships.

• Develop a deep understanding of each client's transportation requirements, shipping patterns, and business goals.

• Onboard new business and communicate necessary information across multiple teams.

• Set up periodic calls (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to discuss volume, service, opportunities, and any other questions that might arise.

• Create detailed SOPs for Customer Service and Operations teams.

• Lead resolution of any questions, comments, or concerns related to the account.

2. Needs Assessment:

• Conduct thorough needs assessments with clients to identify their specific transportation challenges and objectives.

• Analyze data and historical shipping patterns to propose efficient and cost-effective logistics solutions.

3. Tailored Logistics Solutions:

• Collaborate with internal teams, including Carrier Sales, Operations, and Customer Service, to develop personalized transportation solutions.

• Present proposals and quotes to clients, explaining the value and benefits of our services.

• Work through pricing and bid requests, and identify opportunities that fit GP Transco's assets and brokerage.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement to increase efficiency.

4. Contract Negotiation and Renewals:

• Engage in contract negotiations with clients, seeking mutually agreeable terms.

• Ensure all contractual documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.

5. Customer Support and Issue Resolution:

• Provide exceptional customer support to address inquiries, concerns, and service-related issues promptly.

• Work closely with internal teams to resolve any transportation disruptions or challenges.

• Address any issues that may arise and escalate when necessary.

6. Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor KPIs for assigned clients to ensure service levels are consistently met or exceeded.

• Conduct regular performance reviews with clients and provide insights for improvement.

• Utilize Power BI and other tracking tools to ensure commitments are met from both our side and the customer's.

7. Upselling and Cross-Selling:

• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts.

• Proactively present additional solutions that align with clients' evolving transportation needs.

8. Data Management and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client information in the CRM system and other relevant databases.

• Prepare regular reports on client performance, trends, and opportunities.

9. Customer Retention and Satisfaction:

• Focus on client retention by providing proactive and personalized service to exceed expectations.

• Gather customer feedback and use it to improve our services and customer experience.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Sales experience within a Logistics/Transportation Environment.

• Strong Customer Service and Account Management skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently and remotely.

• Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry.

• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS) is a plus

• Proficiency in using CRM software.

• Strong analytical skills to assess transportation data and identify trends.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and effective action planning.

• Experience in project management with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.

• Familiarity with logistics and transportation management software and tools, such as ERP and Power BI.

• In-depth knowledge of transportation regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to exceeding client expectations.

• Advanced negotiation skills with a proven track record of successfully closing deals and managing contracts.

• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and client needs.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in client information, contracts, and reporting.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with various internal departments.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

• Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to take initiative.

• Alignment with GP Transco's core values and company culture, demonstrating professionalism and integrity.

• Mindset geared towards continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits:

• Remote Working Environment.

• 401K Plan with employer matching.

• Target Sales Commission Plan.

• Paid Time Off Plan.

• Paid Holidays.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield benefit network (medical/dental).

• Various medical plan options.

• Vision Plan.

• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

Job description

About GP Transco:

GP Transco is a leading trucking company based in Chicago, Illinois, committed to providing exceptional transportation services to our clients across the United States. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we have earned a reputation for excellence in the trucking industry.

Job Summary:

Responsible for managing the asset/contracted side of capacity operations, optimizing, and directing trucks and routes. Responsible for daily truck fulfillment for GP Transco contracted network/partner spot brokers and special projects, while covering asset company trucks with contracted and pre-booked spot shipments. Provides feedback to our in-house account management department and GP Transco Logistics (brokerage division), reports flaws, and operational issues, with contracted shipments, network optimization thoughts, and data. Capacity Manager works in a department that is not report to the Operations department but provides the capabilities of our contracted network/partner spot brokers and co-operates to ensure maximum efficiency of profitability on GP Transco asset trucks and Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning the trucks on contracted freight.

• Ensuring all information about the load is correct and present in it, or rate tender.

• Making sure appointments are set or requested by CSR (Customer Service Representative) department.

• The number of trucks needed is being requested.

• Planning the asset truck on the load does not interfere with Safety, maintenance, or driver personal plans if it was informed promptly.

• Coverage of assigned state/states trucks.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred with transportation industry experience of 5 plus years OR a combination of experience and education of 8 or more years.

• Knowledge of transportation, supply chain or logistics planning & coordination preferred.

• Experience in Transportation Management System (TMS) planning and optimization, including planning and managing shipments / appointments.

• Good knowledge of FCMSA regulations.

• Good knowledge of Spot market / seasonal markets and markets of commodities.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively reduce costs and/or improve asset-based transportation networks across multiple regions or states.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, by maintaining high output & resolutions to the occurring problems or issues.

• Ability to perform analysis of the regional transportation network and effectively communicate analysis to supervisor.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to represent GP Transco with our customers / spot-partners and spot brokers.

• Planning and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

GP Transco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Joliet, IL 60436 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Joliet, IL 60436: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person