Operations Supervisor - Fuel Transport

Position: Operations Manager

Location: Birmingham, AL

Salary: Starting at $65,000 (based upon skills and experience)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM (based on operational needs)

For 50 years, Penn Tank Lines has been a trusted, family-run petroleum carrier, operating 500 trucks across two-thirds of the U.S. We’re committed to S.A.F.E.—Safe, Accurate, Flexible, Efficient—delivery of products.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, accident & disability coverage
• Wellness & employee assistance programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Holiday, vacation & personal time

Penn Tank Lines is looking for an Operations Manager to guide the operational activity at our fuel transport terminal. In this role, you’ll provide oversight across dispatch, driver coordination, load planning, safety, and customer interaction. The position centers on supporting safe, compliant deliveries while helping drivers and customers navigate changing operational needs. Successful candidates are comfortable communicating clearly, solving problems, and making informed decisions in a dynamic environment.

• Provide direction to dispatchers and drivers related to fuel movements and customer needs
• Anticipate operational challenges and address issues as they arise
• Promote safety initiatives and support DOT / OSHA compliance efforts
• Communicate with drivers, customers, and corporate teams to align expectations
• Respond to service disruptions and collaborate with others to improve outcomes
• Contribute to process enhancements and assist with adoption of new technologies

• 3–5 years in transportation or logistics (fuel hauling preferred)
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and fuel transport operations
• Strong communication, situational decision-making, and organizational skills
• Experience with dispatching / routing platforms and Microsoft Office
• Safety-conscious, composed under pressure, and attentive to customer needs

This position offers an opportunity for individuals with operational and leadership strengths who are interested in advancing toward terminal management. You’ll help shape operational practices, support team development, and influence both near‑term and long‑term performance of the terminal and the company.

Penn Tank Lines is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical history, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.