Operations Manager - Power Solutions Logistics

Patterson-UTI

• $90K — $120K *
Midland, TX 79705In-Person
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years in domestic shipping and logistics, preferably in Oil & Gas or Energy sectors.
  • Deep knowledge of trucking regulations and operational safety protocols.
  • Expertise in managing driver teams and dispatch operations.
  • Strong operational, leadership, and organizational skills are essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Develop efficient hauling operations for logistics.
  • Promote strong safety culture in collaboration with HSE.
  • Establish and monitor financial plans and KPI goals.
  • Optimize internal fleet capacity and third-party carrier use.
  • Ensure 100% on-time deliveries to job sites.
  • Recruit, train, and manage transportation staff, including drivers and dispatchers.
  • Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and trucking laws.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth in logistics management.
  • Participation in a strong safety culture and team-oriented environment.
  • Exposure to the oilfield industry and logistics challenges.
  • Flexible working conditions with a mix of office and field tasks.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and improve efficient hauling operations for logistics movements.
  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture in partnership with HSE.
  • Establish financial plans, utilization targets, and KPI goals.
  • Optimize fleet utilization while balancing internal fleet capacity and third-party carriers.
  • Ensure 100% on-time deliveries and uninterrupted supply to job sites.
  • Recruit, hire, schedule, develop, and, when necessary, terminate drivers, dispatchers, and support staff.
  • Ensure DOT compliance and safe fleet operations.
  • Maintain knowledge of all trucking regulations.
  • Review logs, DVIRs, violations, and other compliance documentation.
  • Monitor and validate Hours of Service compliance.
  • Manage KPIs including utilization, service, revenue, and costs.
  • Motivate employees to achieve performance goals while maintaining legal compliance.
  • Verify drivers understand schedules, assignments, and delivery requirements.
  • Ensure shipping documentation is accurate, complete, and distributed appropriately.
  • Analyze mileage, payroll, overtime, and labor utilization to control costs.
  • Conduct coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Knowledge of the oilfield industry, products, and services.
  • Ability to develop and improve hauling capabilities.
  • Thorough knowledge of trucking regulations.
  • Strong operational, leadership, and organizational skills.

Language Requirement
  • Ability to understand, speak, receive, and respond to operational and safety-related communications in English.

Experience Requirements
  • 4-5 years of domestic shipping and logistics experience preferred.
  • Experience supporting transportation of materials for Oil & Gas or Energy customers preferred.

Working Conditions
  • Shifts longer than 8 hours may be required.
  • Work performed in both office and field environments.
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures and operational hazards.
  • Limited travel requirements.
  • Primarily sedentary office work with occasional standing and walking.
  • Frequent computer work, typing, communication, and administrative oversight responsibilities.

Level of Responsibility
  • Works with limited direction and a high degree of independence.
  • Develops solutions to complex operational and logistical challenges.
  • Responsible for both short-term and long-term transportation planning.
  • Typical problem resolution timelines range from several weeks to six months.
  • Operates within broad departmental policies and procedures.

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Experienced transportation or logistics leader.
  • Strong understanding of DOT regulations and fleet management.
  • Proven background in driver management and dispatch operations.
  • Experience managing KPIs, budgets, utilization, and cost controls.
  • Oilfield, energy, or industrial transportation experience preferred.
  • Strong leadership, compliance, and safety mindset.
  • Ability to balance operational efficiency with customer service and profitability.


* Ladders Estimates

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