Line Haul Supervisor

Old Dominion Freight Line

Dallas, Texas
Local
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Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider. As a Line Haul Supervisor at Old Dominion, you will oversee freight operations, ensuring timely, efficient, and safe delivery of customer shipments. This fast-paced role requires strong leadership, collaboration with drivers and team members, and the ability to leverage technology to drive performance excellence. Responsibilities include mentoring drivers, optimizing operations, and achieving on-time delivery goals to enhance the overall customer experience. Old Dominion is currently recruiting for a Line Haul Supervisor to join our OD Family Culture. This role will successfully manage the line haul department of the service center. They will also maintain and achieve department/shift and service center and/or company standards for safety, quality, efficiency, cost, service and delivery, training and development and housekeeping. Our Line Haul Drivers are critical members to our OD Family; they help to accurately deliver our customer's freight and help us keep our promises. Responsibilities: Monitors and evaluates the safety of each employee on a daily basis, trains on safety processes as needed Monitors multiple service center lanes to ensure freight reaches service centers in time for efficient cross docking Monitors, evaluates, and teaches safe driving habits Monitors employees to ensure service goals are met Directly manages, supervises, and assigns tasks to drivers to ensure proper utilization and development of team members while meeting customer expectations. Closely works with the Operations Manager/Assistant SC Manager, Central Dispatch, and/or Service Center Manager to ensure alignment in meeting daily/weekly/monthly and yearly business objectives. Provide instruction, analyses, suggestions and ideas for the improvement of operations within the shift, department, and facility Provides training and feedback to employees on a continual basis regarding RPM, over speed, and idle scores Constantly uses OD’s proprietary technology system permitting consistent monitoring of shipment locations and drivers as freight moves through the various terminals while communicating continuously throughout the day with associates, customers, and team members verbally and through other computer operating systems Completes the various company and government forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping manifests, freight bills, inter-terminal movement forms (ITM's) and exception forms Conducts daily inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, as well as OSHA compliance, and DOT compliance Conducts quarterly safety meetings Motivate drivers to exceed goals and maintain the 99% on time percentage Strive for continuous improvement in all areas of service center operations Operates AS400 system, BLU system, DYMS, and any other computer/internal freight monitoring systems used within the company to monitor freight movement Speak with drivers, evaluating their needs and maintaining a successful relationship Works with dock supervisors on getting trailers closed and moved on to its destination Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred 2 years working operations experience preferably in the transportation industry Supervisory experience preferred Working knowledge of AS400, Microsoft Office, DYMS and BLU systems Knowledge of general DOT regulations Good verbal and written communication skills Working Days: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday Working Shift: AM / PM Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting. Join the OD Family Today! As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive: Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage Vision & Dental Short Term & Long Term Disability Flex Spending Accounts 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity Life Insurance Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians Training and growth opportunities to build a career We prioritize our OD family of employees Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s). If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here for contact information.

Requirements

  • 2_years of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Local Trucking

Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

Pros & Cons of Local Driving

Pros

  • + Home every night with weekends typically off
  • + No need to live in a sleeper cab
  • + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
  • + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
  • + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery

Cons

  • Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
  • More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
  • Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
  • Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
  • Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in Texas

Texas leads the nation in trucking employment. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Laredo (border crossing) are major freight centers.

Average driver salary in Texas: $50,000 - $75,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the trucking job market like in Texas?

Texas leads the nation in trucking employment. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Laredo (border crossing) are major freight centers. The average truck driver salary in Texas ranges from $50,000 - $75,000 per year.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

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