Yellow Freight Terminal Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Atomic Transport is seeking a results-driven Terminal Manager to lead and oversee daily operations at our San Antonio, TX terminal. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable execution of our bulk waste loading and transportation services while maintaining high operational and safety standards.

As Terminal Manager, you will serve as the primary leader for all terminal operations and act as the key liaison between onsite teams and our corporate office. This position requires strong operational leadership, with responsibilities that include coordinating daily production and loading schedules, addressing maintenance and safety matters, and supporting recruitment and workforce development.

You will be accountable for the overall performance of the terminal, including oversight of transfer station operations, yellow iron loading operations, equipment management, safety compliance, and day-to-day operational execution. The Terminal Manager is expected to lead by example, build strong teams, and ensure operations are conducted efficiently while meeting company performance expectations. Our salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 plus a 10% bonus potential and auto allowance.

Responsibilities:

Operations:

• Implement and oversee pre-trip and post-trip procedures while always maintaining an accident and injury free workplace.
• Oversee and facilitate maintenance and repairs of trucks, trailers, and yellow iron.
• Ensure all units and drivers are DOT compliant with correct documentation.
• Follow Atomic Transport’s PM plan and be compliant 100% of the time.
• Maintain a fleet tire inflation plan to company expectations.
• Gather daily paperwork from drivers and record for payroll submission.
• Compile paperwork to illustrate daily production and always plan/forecast one week in advance.
• Manage all yellow iron maintenance and staffing.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained according to Atomic standards.

Day to Day Operations:

• Ensure proper start to the day, including proper clock-in procedure and pre-trips.
• Perform all daily and weekly driver/loading scheduling to include planning of time off.
• Ensure all drivers are always DOT hours of service compliant.
• Track drivers loads, loading, and tailor hauling operation to maximize efficiency.
• Oversee proper and safe loading practices.
• Ensure all units are pre-loaded for the following day, when applicable.
• Ensure all loading equipment is receiving a proper pre-post trip daily.
• Ensure all safety equipment is always operating on all loading equipment.
• Communicate with landfill when access is not safe or adequate.

Safety:

• Facilitate training of new and current employees.
• Monitor the completion of all interval and vertical alliance training.
• Train all staff on driving and loading safety expectations.
• Take ample time to analyze each part of your operation and identify potential areas of concern.
• Facilitate monthly, bi-weekly, or weekly safety meetings with drivers and loading staff.

Recruiting:

• Analyze operations to identify areas of need and hire staff.
• Communicate needs to headquarters recruiting team.
• Facilitate the recruiting team’s efforts through interviews and applications.
• Manage the onboarding procedure in the field.
• Ensure all new hires have all the necessary paperwork prior to their start date.
• Oversee new hire training and transition in work.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, construction or waste industries.
• Experience in managing operations, safety, and recruiting teams.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and fleet management software.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Atomic Transport is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.