Trucking H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
H-1B visa sponsorship jobs in Florida's trucking industry are concentrated around major freight corridors in Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville, where carriers like CRST International and regional logistics firms operate dedicated fleets. Roles in transportation management, dispatch operations, and fleet engineering are the most common H-1B pathways in this sector.
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Location: PENSACOLA FL TTMS TERMINA
Schedule: Friday-Monday 6:00am - 6:00pm
Compensation Range: $43,000 - $64,600
Who We Are:
TOTAL Transportation is dedicated to the profitable delivery of each of our customer's shipments safely, on-time, and claim-free. Our commitment to consistently providing superior service is what makes TOTAL Transportation of Mississippi the best trucking company for all your U.S. transportation needs. We strive daily to provide the service our customers expect and deserve. Safety, security and service will prevail above all else. Each and every employee of Total Transportation of Mississippi is now and always will be dedicated to these principles.
What You’ll Do:
- Supervise the daily performance of drivers to ensure each driver operates according to TTMS policy and procedure, DOT rules and regulations. Responsible for the following related to the supervision of TTMS drivers:
- Responsible for the general welfare of a driver while he/she is over the road. Supervises driver performance to ensure proper balance is achieved with business needs and driver needs; makes recommendations for performance documentation and terminations. Responsible for addressing issues and disputes for drivers.
- Answer incoming phone calls in a timely manner.
- Manage driver and make capacity availability by maintaining seated truck count, accurate driver PTA’s, keep driver turnover down. Ensures drivers and equipment (i.e. fleet maintenance programs, etc.) are performing as necessary to provide on-time service.
- Approve driver’s home time requests and serve as a liaison between the driver and Load Planning to ensure freight is available for the drivers to get home on time.
- Contact each new driver assigned to Driver Manager’s fleet via phone call. Allow open discussion to determine driver’s needs and clarify Driver Manager’s expectations of driver’s performance.
- Establish company performance objectives with drivers and monitor performance. Perform annual performance review with each driver in fleet.
- Route drivers to terminal in order to address any performance or safety issues. Lead the conference by addressing issues with driver and establish ways to resolve. Document all issues and resolutions.
- Document any issues that may lead to disciplinary action or termination. Make recommendation as to the action needed to resolve the issue, including write-ups and terminations.
- Ensure driver compliance with all company policies and Maintenance BPM; act as liaison for drivers with issues concerning other departments.
- Provide instructions to drivers on where to pick-up and deliver loads; may decide when to assign deadhead miles and approve out of route miles.
- Ensure on time service is met; address possible service issues in a timely manner while coordinating with Customer Service and Load Planning departments. Repower loads as needed.
- Promote safe operations by monitoring and insuring driver’s participation in all safety related training, Idelic trends and score, hours of service compliance, HazMat, HVL/Homeland Security Compliance and drug testing compliance. Reminds driver of the importance of operating truck safely. Route in drivers that need to meet with Safety on prior/current issues.
- Maximizes revenue per tractor through appropriate equipment utilization.
- Seek appropriate guidance from leadership on matters that could negatively impact TTMS financially.
- Insure fuel and routing compliance.
- Meet or exceed utilization expectations of the fleet by verifying the status of all drivers and addressing any service alerts.
- Advise driver how to route truck if weather conditions are bad or if having health related issues.
- Provide accurate and detailed information regarding directions, load information, pick-up/delivery times and other special load related information.
- Accurately input load and driver related information into the system.
- May assist in planning loads for drivers on dedicated accounts.
- Verballing drivers on designated loads.
What We’re Looking For:
Education
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in specialty or related field.
Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
AS400 experience preferred.
Skills/Certifications
- Intermediate interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills required; ability to exchange information effectively and tactfully, moderate degree of tack and diplomacy when dealing with others and handling sensitive issues.
- Intermediate computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office, Internet and applicable company specific applications.
- Time management and prioritization.
- Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem solving and innovative thinking skills.
- Extreme patience dealing with explosive situations: flawless follow-up procedures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of regulations impacting daily operations. (DOT – national and state).
- Demonstrates a basic knowledge of U.S. geography and the calculation of transit times across multiple U.S. time zones.
Why Total?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Normal office settings. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Total is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
Fleet Manager
Location: PENSACOLA FL TTMS TERMINA
Schedule: Friday-Monday 6:00am - 6:00pm
Compensation Range: $43,000 - $64,600
Who We Are:
TOTAL Transportation is dedicated to the profitable delivery of each of our customer's shipments safely, on-time, and claim-free. Our commitment to consistently providing superior service is what makes TOTAL Transportation of Mississippi the best trucking company for all your U.S. transportation needs. We strive daily to provide the service our customers expect and deserve. Safety, security and service will prevail above all else. Each and every employee of Total Transportation of Mississippi is now and always will be dedicated to these principles.
What You’ll Do:
- Supervise the daily performance of drivers to ensure each driver operates according to TTMS policy and procedure, DOT rules and regulations. Responsible for the following related to the supervision of TTMS drivers:
- Responsible for the general welfare of a driver while he/she is over the road. Supervises driver performance to ensure proper balance is achieved with business needs and driver needs; makes recommendations for performance documentation and terminations. Responsible for addressing issues and disputes for drivers.
- Answer incoming phone calls in a timely manner.
- Manage driver and make capacity availability by maintaining seated truck count, accurate driver PTA’s, keep driver turnover down. Ensures drivers and equipment (i.e. fleet maintenance programs, etc.) are performing as necessary to provide on-time service.
- Approve driver’s home time requests and serve as a liaison between the driver and Load Planning to ensure freight is available for the drivers to get home on time.
- Contact each new driver assigned to Driver Manager’s fleet via phone call. Allow open discussion to determine driver’s needs and clarify Driver Manager’s expectations of driver’s performance.
- Establish company performance objectives with drivers and monitor performance. Perform annual performance review with each driver in fleet.
- Route drivers to terminal in order to address any performance or safety issues. Lead the conference by addressing issues with driver and establish ways to resolve. Document all issues and resolutions.
- Document any issues that may lead to disciplinary action or termination. Make recommendation as to the action needed to resolve the issue, including write-ups and terminations.
- Ensure driver compliance with all company policies and Maintenance BPM; act as liaison for drivers with issues concerning other departments.
- Provide instructions to drivers on where to pick-up and deliver loads; may decide when to assign deadhead miles and approve out of route miles.
- Ensure on time service is met; address possible service issues in a timely manner while coordinating with Customer Service and Load Planning departments. Repower loads as needed.
- Promote safe operations by monitoring and insuring driver’s participation in all safety related training, Idelic trends and score, hours of service compliance, HazMat, HVL/Homeland Security Compliance and drug testing compliance. Reminds driver of the importance of operating truck safely. Route in drivers that need to meet with Safety on prior/current issues.
- Maximizes revenue per tractor through appropriate equipment utilization.
- Seek appropriate guidance from leadership on matters that could negatively impact TTMS financially.
- Insure fuel and routing compliance.
- Meet or exceed utilization expectations of the fleet by verifying the status of all drivers and addressing any service alerts.
- Advise driver how to route truck if weather conditions are bad or if having health related issues.
- Provide accurate and detailed information regarding directions, load information, pick-up/delivery times and other special load related information.
- Accurately input load and driver related information into the system.
- May assist in planning loads for drivers on dedicated accounts.
- Verballing drivers on designated loads.
What We’re Looking For:
Education
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in specialty or related field.
Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
AS400 experience preferred.
Skills/Certifications
- Intermediate interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills required; ability to exchange information effectively and tactfully, moderate degree of tack and diplomacy when dealing with others and handling sensitive issues.
- Intermediate computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office, Internet and applicable company specific applications.
- Time management and prioritization.
- Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem solving and innovative thinking skills.
- Extreme patience dealing with explosive situations: flawless follow-up procedures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of regulations impacting daily operations. (DOT – national and state).
- Demonstrates a basic knowledge of U.S. geography and the calculation of transit times across multiple U.S. time zones.
Why Total?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Normal office settings. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Total is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
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Search Trucking Jobs in FloridaTrucking H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which trucking companies sponsor H-1B visas in Florida?
Large carriers and third-party logistics firms with Florida operations are the most active H-1B visa sponsors in trucking. Companies with significant freight volume through Port Miami, Port Tampa Bay, and Jacksonville's distribution hubs tend to file LCAs for transportation management and logistics engineering roles. DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data, searchable through OFLC Wage Search, shows which specific employers have filed for trucking-related H-1B visa positions in the state.
Which cities in Florida have the most trucking H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Miami leads Florida for trucking H-1B activity, driven by its status as a major international freight gateway. Jacksonville follows closely, with its position as a key Southeast distribution hub generating demand for logistics and fleet management professionals. Tampa and Orlando also have notable concentrations of freight and supply chain employers, particularly companies managing regional distribution networks across the I-4 and I-75 corridors.
What types of trucking roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in trucking applies to specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Positions that commonly qualify include transportation engineers, logistics analysts, fleet operations managers, supply chain systems specialists, and freight technology roles. Commercial truck drivers do not qualify for H-1B, as the role does not require a specialized bachelor's degree under USCIS specialty occupation standards.
How do I find trucking H-1B sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for H-1B visa sponsorship jobs in Florida's trucking sector, showing employers with verified DOL LCA filing history in the state. This means you can focus on companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor H-1B workers for trucking and logistics roles, rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship availability late in the process. Filter by location and industry to narrow results to Florida-based openings.
Are there Florida-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in trucking?
Florida's position as a high-volume port and distribution state means trucking employers here often hire for roles tied to international freight, customs logistics, and last-mile operations at scale. Florida has no state income tax, which affects prevailing wage calculations and total compensation benchmarking. Employers must still meet DOL prevailing wage requirements based on the specific work location and occupation code, which can be verified through OFLC Wage Search using the relevant SOC code and Florida county.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B trucking jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.