Transportation Supervisor

Daniels Health

$80K — $88K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years in a transportation management or supervisory role
  • Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety compliance
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required
  • Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience in process improvement and cost reduction
  • Ability to safely load and secure cargo

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily pre-departure support for drivers
  • Monitor routing and driver productivity
  • Maintain communication between operations, sales, and field teams
  • Conduct daily route debriefs for issue resolution
  • Manage driver performance and evaluations
  • Coordinate vehicle servicing and address equipment issues
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations

Benefits

  • 401K matching with employer contribution starting Day 1
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision from Day 1
  • Job stability as a provider of essential healthcare services
  • Permanent full-time role with a Monday-Friday schedule
  • Innovative, empowering company culture focused on authenticity and creativity
Full Job Description
Daniels Health is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor to lead our driver team at our medical waste treatment facility in EL Cajon, CA. This role is ideal for a motivational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment and is passionate about safety, operational efficiency, and team development.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide daily pre-departure support: load trucks, verify manifests and routes, conduct quality checks, and lead weekly safety meetings
  • Monitor driver routing and productivity, ensuring adherence to assigned routes and service standards
  • Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams
  • Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve issues and improve customer service
  • Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support professional development
  • Coordinate vehicle servicing and resolve equipment issues to maintain fleet performance
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Daniels' safety standards
  • Oversee quality checks on all products loaded/unloaded from trucks
  • Control operational costs by managing headcount, overtime, and route efficiency
  • Step in as a driver when needed to maintain service continuity


Must-Have Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years in a transportation management or supervisory role
  • Working knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safety compliance
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flex hours as needed
  • Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain)
  • Proven experience improving processes and reducing operational costs
  • Ability to safely load, block, and secure cargo


Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

  • 24+ months of commercial driving experience (preferred but not required)
  • Experience in logistics, waste management, or regulated service industries
  • Background in customer service and operational planning


Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • Industry Leader: Over 20 years of excellence in medical waste management with top-tier NPS and delivery-reliability scores
  • 401K Matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution), with match starting Day 1, 5 year vesting schedule
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1; paid short-term disability; company-sponsored life insurance; and more
  • Job Stability: As an essential healthcare service provider, we're recession-proof and non-seasonal
  • Permanent Role: Full-time, Monday- Friday
  • Empowering, visionary culture: We think differently, act boldly, and value authenticity, creativity, and trust. Our team thrives on innovation, agility, and purpose-driven work, where every unique talent contributes to meaningful impact in healthcare


$80,173 - $88,355 a year

The pay range for this position is $80,173 to $88,355 base salary. Actual compensation within this range will depend on factors unique to each candidate, such as prior experience, skill, certifications, and work location. Pay variations by location reflect local conditions and differences in the cost of labor. At Daniels Health, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, work-life balance, and career growth through a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company match contributions, paid vacation and sick time, wellness resources, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Ready to Apply?

We'd love to hear from you! Click "Apply" to start your journey with Daniels Health. Our hiring process includes a brief phone screen, on-site interview, and a video interview. We're excited to meet candidates who are passionate about service and eager to grow.

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