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COME DRIVE WITH US!  Sunset Cartage, Inc. is seeking experienced CDL-A truck drivers to join our Waste Transfer Team.  Along with joining an established, reputable company, you will be a member of the Teamsters union.  The company provides full family health coverage and contributes to your pension. Year round, local driving takes you home to your family every night.

Benefits of working at Sunset Cartage

• Earn $75,000 to $100,000 per year!
• Weekly minimums in Transfer Hauling
• Full family healthcare insurance coverage
• Retirement Pension $15,000 to $22,000 per year
• Paid time off
• Monday through Friday – HOME DAILY
• New, state-of-the-art equipment

Required Qualifications

• Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) minimum 1 year of CDL A driving experience required
• Must have CDL A Truck driving experience that includes winter driving.
• Clean driving record
• Must pass a company administered road test
• Possess a working knowledge ensuring the safe operation of commercial motor vehicles
• Must pass a DOT background check and pre-employment drug test
• Must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards
• High school diploma or equivalent

Job Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver from locations and deliver to sites
• Meet delivery schedules
• Ensure safe vehicles by performing required vehicle inspections
• Routinely maneuvers tractor/trailer combination skillfully and safely
• Comply with DOT truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Consistent awareness of and adaptability to changing traffic conditions and other potential driving hazards
• Report accidents, violations or other safety concerns
• Alert, focused, detail-oriented, always making safety a priority

For over 30 years, Sunset Cartage, Inc. has been a trusted leader in transportation of construction and industrial materials across Illinois and surrounding states. Our unwavering commitment to operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as one of the Midwest’s premier logistics and material supply companies.

Sunset Cartage, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

• Position Title: Shop Manager
• Department: Maintenance
• Reports to: Director of Operations

Primary Purpose of Position

Manage and develop a shop comprised of Warehouse and Shop staff.  Involved in all company aspects from acquisition, leasing, disposal, maintenance, and DOT compliance including recruitment, hiring, training, and development.  Responsibilities include coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance of all company trucks, trailers, and equipment.

Role Schedule Information

• Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM; Saturdays as needed
• 50+ Hours per week

Responsibilities

• Shop Management
  • Implement and direct policies and procedures for the shop, set priorities, assign work to appropriate personnel, and set schedules.
  • Manage and oversee budget and cost controls.
  • Monitor all paperwork for accuracy and compliance with internal and external controls.
  • Track preventive maintenance, ensuring DOT and AVIR compliance.
  • Interface with the Logistics team around the status of repairs, out of service vehicles, scheduled PM’s, etc.
  • Recruit qualified mechanics, oversee and review personnel development training and growth, champion safety initiatives, and identify and track growth and productivity metrics.
  • Spearhead procurement function, maintain a parts inventory, and invoice processing.
  • Build retail shop services for independent motor carriers.
• Driver Interactions
  • Coordinate service calls for roadside repairs with vendors and internal staff, including communication with the Logistics team.
  • Manage Drivers’ and Independent Motor Carriers’ service issues.
  • Communicate to the Logistics and Safety Manager driver negligence cause for repairs.
• Procurement/Inventory Management/Warehouse Management:
  • Spearhead the procurement activities, ensuring the best pricing when purchasing parts and supplies.
  • Maintain a parts inventory in an organized and cost-effective manner and develop purchase initiatives or vendor changes for both truck, trailer, and heavy equipment.
  • Maintain up-to-date files on all records, work orders, PO’s, invoices, DVIR’s etc.
  • Build relationships with our vendors and sales representatives.
  • Manage Warehouse staff and operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Ensure adherence to all Company Policy and Regulatory Procedures as set forth by OSHA, EPA, DOT, and MSHA.
• Ensure all equipment is running and updated.
• Ensure mechanics are engaged, trained on new and best practices and are motivated.
• Ensure costs of repairs and maintenance items are in line with expectations.
• Implement continual training programs to shop personnel around safety and regulatory compliance requirements to adhere with ever changing DOT, OSHA, EPA, MSHA rules and regulations.
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple tasks and meet varying deadlines.
• Proper security and maintenance of shop equipment, tools, shop facility, etc.

Position Requirements:

Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent computer skills and experience with MS Word and MS Excel
• Extensive knowledge in operating and maintaining trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT Regulations applicable to truck and trailer repairs and maintenance
• TMT/Trimble or similar fleet maintenance systems (a plus)

Experience

• 10+ years of related supervisory experience (REQUIRED)

Education

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Physical Labor Requirements

• Lift up to 100 lbs. and meet pre-hire physical

Drive profitable company revenue growth by establishing, developing, and maintaining customer relationships with increasing sales and gross profits. Acquire new customers and increase wallet share with existing customers within the construction, aggregate materials, and related industries.  Work closely with operations staff including estimators and dispatchers regarding trucking supply, demand, capacity, and pricing to ensure meeting customer requirements for all jobs. Propose new work and manage pricing to ensure market competitive quotes and bid processes and profitability.

Role Schedule Information

• Monday through Friday
• 40/per week (additional hours required in season)
• Permanent/Full Time/Exempt (Salary)

Reports to:

• VP&GM Sunset Logistics

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the aggregate and hauling industry or closely related industries.
• Sales of aggregate, landscape, composite, etc. materials and trucking services to meet company sales goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key personnel within existing designated customers to maximize annual sales volume.
• Create and execute a new customer development and prior customer restoration strategy. Maintain rela-tionships with customers.
• Maintain a sales/project awareness pipeline.
• Develop a market pricing awareness to ensure competitive market performance.
• Engage with Industry Associations, including but not limited to McHenry County Township Highway Com-missioners, Underground Contractors Association, Mid-West Truckers Association, and National Waste Association, focusing on new and existing customer relationships, industry changes, as well as prospective jobs/projects by attending association gatherings and events.
• Collaborate with the operations department and sales team members during quoting process, job as-signment, detail finalization, and job execution ensuring customer needs are met.
• Participate in company meetings to ensure efficient coordination of sales efforts with operations.

Performance Expectations

• Developing new business leads sufficiently to meet or exceed goals
• Provide guidance on price competitiveness
• Maintain a sales/project awareness pipeline
• Interpret and analyze sales data
• Determine customer satisfaction levels to under-stand Company performance.
• Handle customer concerns effectively
• Participating in trade shows, training or associated product meetings
• Maintain CRM system and utilize ERP system outputs to improve profitability

Key Relationships:

• VP&GM Sunset Logistics, President, CEO, VP Finance, Sales Team, Operations Team, and Customers

Skills/Knowledge:

• Sales and customer relationship development
• Working knowledge of the aggregate landscape, composite, etc. materials and hauling industry
• Sales/CRM systems
• Excellent sales and negotiating skills

Experience

• Aggregate supply, trucking and construction

Education

• Degree in marketing/business preferred

Lead, manage, and develop the Sunset Service Center which services the company owned fleet including all tractors, trailers, heavy equipment and support equipment. Responsible for fleet performance, safety, compliance, procurement, maintenance planning, budgeting, personnel management, and sustainability initiatives. Service a growing base of independent owner-operator truck and trailers. Oversees both strategic and operational functions to support company growth and operational excellence.

Role Schedule Information

• Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Saturdays as needed

Reports to:

• VP & GM Sunset Logistics

Responsibilities

Fleet Oversight and Optimization

• Oversee the efficient utilization and allocation of all fleet assets.
• Monitor and improve performance metrics such as cost per mile, equipment downtime, and fuel usage.
• Develop and implement fleet expansion and improvement strategies aligned with company goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and operations teams on long-term fleet planning.

Preventive Maintenance and Repairs

• Direct the development and execution of comprehensive preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained in compliance with DOT regulations and manufacturer standards.
• Evaluate shop operations and vendor performance to ensure productivity and service quality.
• Standardize inspection and repair protocols across all locations.

Fleet Procurement and Lifecycle Management

• Manage the acquisition, leasing, and disposal of vehicles and equipment.
• Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiation, and warranty processes.
• Track asset condition, depreciation, and forecast replacement schedules.
• Optimize total cost of ownership through lifecycle planning.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Prepare and oversee annual budgets covering maintenance, fuel, equipment, and personnel.
• Approve high-cost repairs and capital expenditures.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and process efficiencies across fleet operations.
• Analyze trends and adjust financial strategies accordingly.
• Ensure profitability on non-company owned, independent motor career repairs.

Personnel and Team Management

• Supervise shop managers, fleet supervisors, coordinators, and other support staff.
• Define performance standards and conduct staff evaluations.
• Support hiring, training, and development programs to ensure technical and compliance excellence.
• Foster a results-driven, safety-conscious team culture.

Technology and Data Utilization

• Manage the use and integration of fleet management technologies (e.g., telematics, GPS, ELDs).
• Leverage data and analytics to make informed operational decisions.
• Stay updated on emerging fleet technologies and best practices.
• Ensure system consistency and compliance across platforms.

Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives

• Lead initiatives to reduce environmental impact through idle reduction, fuel efficiency, and cleaner technologies.
• Monitor and report on emissions and sustainability KPIs.
• Pursue available grants or incentives for green fleet adoption and electric vehicle integration.
• Align environmental goals with operational strategy.

Regulatory and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, and state/local regulations.
• Lead internal and external audits and maintain impeccable fleet documentation.
• Create, implement, and enforce fleet safety policies, training, and documentation.
• Manage post-incident reviews, investigations, and corrective actions

Performance Expectations

• Ensure adherence to all Company Policy and Regulatory Procedures as set forth by OSHA, EPA, DOT, and MSHA.
• Create a proactive safety culture across all fleet departments.
• Maintain equipment readiness and uptime above industry benchmarks.
• Implement continual training programs to shop personnel around safety and regulatory compliance requirements to adhere with ever changing DOT, OSHA, EPA, MSHA rules and regulations.
• Lead the team in adopting technological advancements and regulatory changes.
• Highly organized, able to handle multiple tasks and meet varying deadlines.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in fleet performance.
• Ensure costs of repairs and maintenance items are in line with expectations.
• Proper security and maintenance of shop equipment, tools, shop facility, etc.
• Ensure accurate reporting and data integrity across systems.

Key Relationships

• Vice President of Operations, Shop Managers, Dispatch Leadership, Logistics and Safety Manager

Staff Supervised

• Shop Managers, Warehouse Staff

Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent computer skills and experience with MS Word and MS Excel
• Advanced knowledge of fleet performance metrics and maintenance strategies
• Strong command of DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, and state compliance requirements
• Proficiency with fleet management systems (Trimble, Samsara, etc.)

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in fleet management or logistics operations (REQUIRED)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, or related field (preferred)

Physical Labor Requirements

• Ability to visit and inspect fleet and shop facilities, including outdoor environments