Operations Manager - Power Solutions… at Patterson-Uti… · Midland

The Trucking Manager is responsible for overseeing a world-class CNG hauling operation to ensure efficient and cost-effective utilization of the company's tractor-trailer fleet. This role leads driver management, dispatch coordination, fleet utilization, DOT compliance, maintenance programs, safety initiatives, and financial performance management while ensuring continuity of supply and on-time delivery.

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.

About the Company

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NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions that employs sustainable practices and equipment to support our customers’ ESG goals while accelerating production in the most demanding US land basins.

Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.