Driver Development Manager

Join a Family-Owned Company Focused on Leadership, Safety, and Operational Excellence

At TKI, we are more than trucks, dumpsters, and routes — we are a team committed to doing things the right way. Family-owned and operated since 1938, TKI has built a strong reputation through hard work, customer service, safety, and taking care of our people.

We are currently seeking a Driver Development Manager to support Drivers in our Minneapolis and Cold Spring locations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, enjoys developing people, embraces technology and problem-solving, and can effectively balance leadership, logistics, customer service, and operational execution.

This position plays a critical role in supporting drivers, managing fleet readiness, and helping build a positive, accountable, and success-driven culture.

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What You’ll Do

• Lead, manage, and hold 10-15 drivers accountable for achieving safety and efficiency targets
• Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and develop drivers to achieve performance and safety expectations.
• Coordinate fleet maintenance schedules and equipment readiness to minimize downtime
• Build strong relationships while holding drivers accountable to company standards
• Support daily operations by communicating with drivers, customers, and internal teams
• Answer phones, coordinate service requests, and help resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently
• Help optimize workflow, route coordination, and operational efficiency
• Maintain a positive, rewarding, and team-oriented work environment
• Assist with operational planning, process improvement, and annual company goals
• Use technology, operational systems, and reporting tools to support decision-making and accountability

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What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Excellent multitasking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced operations environment
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Comfortable using technology, operational software, and digital communication tools
• Positive, professional, and customer-focused attitude
• Transportation, trucking, fleet, waste, logistics, or CDL operations experience preferred

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Schedule & Benefits

• Monday–Friday schedule — No weekends
• Split time between Minneapolis and Cold Spring locations
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation/PTO
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing family-owned company

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Why Join TKI?

• Family-owned and operated since 1938
• Strong team-focused culture
• Modern technology and operational systems
• Opportunity for long-term career growth and leadership development
• Fast-paced, engaging, and supportive work environment
• A company committed to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

At TKI, we believe strong leadership creates strong teams. If you are motivated, dependable, adaptable, and passionate about operations and developing people, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and become part of the TKI Way.

TKI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person