Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt

San Bernardino, California
CDL C Regional
$46,200 - $57,750/yr
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Posted 4 days ago

What to Expect

This is a full_time Regional position with J.B. Hunt in San Bernardino, California. You will need a CDL Class C license and no_experience of experience. The position pays $46,200 - $57,750/yr.

Job Description

Job Title: Manager Trainee Department: Supply Chain Country: United States of America State/Province: California City: San Bernardino Full/Part Time: Full time Job Summary: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for learning the management of a small driver count and/or non-traditional shifts (including nights and weekends), ensuring safe and timely movement of freight, load assignment, and providing best-in-class customer service. This position will be trained to ensure compliance with DOT regulations. They are responsible for all drivers' compliance and company regulations while working with internal and external contacts to ensure the accurate planning, routing, monitoring, and delivery of freight and loads. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: • Learn to build and maintain positive professional relationships with drivers and safe, reliable outside carriers to ensure seamless new carrier set-up, minimize turnover, and maximize ongoing productivity • Fill in for absent or unavailable personnel and on special projects related to optimizing fleet operations and achieving profitability • Learn to utilize personnel management including training and orientation of drivers and/or employees including the training and assistance with internal and third party (customer) systems • Become proficient in maximizing efficiency of fleet operations and profitability and making recommendations for continuous improvement, measuring key performance indicators, and creating, maintaining and presenting customer specific reporting and financial analysis through face-to-face interactions at customer location • Gain knowledge on how to manage inventory, assets, customer pools and/or assignment of drivers to balance equipment in market • Learn to perform administrative duties such as payroll, management of the Net-Revenue budget, driver counseling, accident reviews, filing and documenting, resolving pay issues, analyzing P&L statements, invoicing and/or creating operational or financial reports • Learn to manage yard including checking/inspecting equipment, replacing parts (like mud flaps), completing repairs, etc., and coordinating with maintenance to ensure all regular preventative maintenance services are scheduled on time and all safety related mechanical issues are fixed for account equipment (as required) • Learn to work with drivers, customers, and company personnel to resolve service issues, routing and/or planning, mechanical problems, accessorial pay related issues, etc., as they occur throughout the day and, where necessary, when on call • Learn to maintain the Company's safety culture to include daily driver safety messages, monthly driver safety briefings, quarterly driver training, annual reviews, and enforce company policies to ensure DOT compliance and company safety requirements are being met • Learn to assign loads and plan, route, and monitor freight movement to provide safe, on-time service and meet customer requirements, including managing freight exceptions and driver ETA adjustments based on pick-up and delivery schedules, and other environmental factors on the road Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field OR High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of experience in management, transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, or related field, and/or equivalent military experience Willing to travel to account, customer, and company event locations when applicable Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed Willingness to regionally relocate dependent on account assignment Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing a team Anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment Ability to adapt to changing environments Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers Ability to meet or exceed team/driver needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve organizational, operational, or process problems The expected starting pay for this position is between $46,200.00 - $57,750.00 . This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship. Compensation: Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time. Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually. Education: Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, Bachelors: Transportation Logistics, GED (Required), High School (Required) Work Experience: Business Administration, Customer Service/Account Manager, Management-Entry Level, Transportation/Logistics Certifications: Job Opening ID: 00628625 Manager Trainee (Evergreen) (Open) “This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.” J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Requirements

  • CDL Class C license
  • no_experience of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Regional Trucking

Regional trucking positions cover a defined multi-state area, usually within a 500-to-1,000-mile radius of a home terminal. Drivers on regional routes enjoy a better balance between earning potential and home time, typically returning home every weekend. It is a popular choice for experienced drivers who want predictable schedules without sacrificing competitive pay.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a regional driver starts at your home terminal, where you pick up a loaded trailer and head out on a familiar route. You cover two to four hundred miles within your region, making scheduled pickups and deliveries. Because the territory is defined, you learn the best routes, fuel stops, and rest areas over time. Most regional drivers are home every week or every other week, which offers a solid balance between miles and personal time.

Pros & Cons of Regional Driving

Pros

  • + Home every week or every other week
  • + Competitive pay close to OTR rates
  • + Familiar routes reduce navigation stress
  • + Consistent weekly miles and paychecks
  • + Good stepping stone to dedicated or local positions

Cons

  • Still requires multiple nights away from home
  • Earnings slightly lower than top OTR positions
  • Territory can shift based on carrier needs
  • Weekend home time may be limited to one full day
  • Weather challenges within your region can disrupt schedules

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Entry Level

Earn your CDL and start with an entry-level regional carrier that offers weekly home time.

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2

Experienced Regional Driver

Build experience and transition to premium regional lanes with higher pay and better home time.

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3

Dedicated or Specialized Regional

Move into a dedicated regional account or specialized freight for more predictable schedules.

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4

Fleet Manager or Owner-Operator

Advance into fleet management, driver training, or launch your own regional trucking operation.

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Trucking in California

California's massive ports (LA/Long Beach) and agricultural industry create the highest trucking demand in the nation.

Average driver salary in California: $55,000 - $82,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this regional job pay?

This position pays $46,200 - $57,750/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What CDL class do I need for this job?

This position requires a CDL Class C license. Class C is required for vehicles transporting 16+ passengers or hazardous materials.

What is the trucking job market like in California?

California's massive ports (LA/Long Beach) and agricultural industry create the highest trucking demand in the nation. The average truck driver salary in California ranges from $55,000 - $82,000 per year.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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