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Western Express

Asset-based truckload carrier and logistics provider

Van Fleet Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Nashville, TN, USA
In Person
Vehicle Operation & Delivery

About the job

Requirements
  • Relevant sales or management experience in the transportation industry.
  • A demonstrated track record of achievement and success, with the ability to lead by example.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome challenges.
  • Strong prioritization skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A competitive mindset and a drive to succeed.
  • A commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
  • Communicate daily with the team of drivers to ensure efficient operations.
  • Ensure on-time delivery for all freight shipments.
  • Collaborate with other departments to meet companywide initiatives and objectives.
  • Develop strong relationships with drivers, serve as their main point of contact for issues they experience on the road, and support their professional growth within the organization.
  • Communicate safety expectations to drivers to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Track freight to confirm timely delivery within allotted timeframes.

About the company

Western Express is an asset-based truckload transportation and logistics provider across the United States, offering Dry Van, Flatbed, Dedicated routes, and Logistics services. It runs for-hire trucking with a large GPS-tracked fleet and uses technology for fuel optimization and driver safety across OTR, regional, and dedicated services. It differentiates itself through scale, a relatively new fleet, and a mix of services plus options for equipment sales and a driver lease-purchase path. Its goal is to deliver dependable end-to-end freight solutions with visibility and growth opportunities for drivers within a service-focused network.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Nashville, Tennessee

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

  • Pilot Flying J settled Western Express claims in January 2025, removing a major dispute.
  • TT News listed Western Express on September 5, 2026, showing ongoing market presence.
  • Satisfactory FMCSA rating since 2017 supports shipper qualification and account retention.

What critics are saying

  • FMCSA logged a 30.0% vehicle out-of-service rate through February 27, 2026.
  • September 2025 litigation over driver sexual assault and TCPA settlements keeps legal costs elevated.
  • Persistent safety and lawsuit headlines damage driver recruiting, customer trust, and long-term survival.

What makes Western Express unique

  • Western Express runs one of America’s largest asset-based dry-van and flatbed fleets.
  • Its 2024 Motive AI dashcam rollout gives real-time safety coaching across 3,600 vehicles.
  • A nationwide Nashville platform supports dedicated, brokerage, and lease-purchase offerings.

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Benefits

  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match