Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Transportation Administrator to join our trucking operations team. This role involves overseeing daily logistics, managing driver schedules, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. The ideal candidate has experience in the trucking industry and thrives in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispatch and Scheduling: Coordinate schedules for drivers and trucks to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to DOT and FMCSA regulations, including maintaining up-to-date records on driver qualifications, HOS logs, and vehicle inspections.
• Fleet Operations: Monitor and manage fleet performance, including tracking vehicle locations, optimizing routes, and minimizing downtime.
• Driver Support: Serve as a point of contact for drivers to address route concerns, equipment issues, and job-related inquiries.
• Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate operational reports, including delivery metrics, fuel usage, and maintenance logs.
• Problem-Solving: Resolve logistical challenges, including scheduling conflicts, delays, and unexpected breakdowns.
• Customer Communication: Work closely with customers to provide updates on shipment status and resolve delivery issues promptly.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation administration, dispatch, or logistics in the trucking industry.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in logistics, transportation, or a related field is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with trucking and dispatch software (e.g., McLeod, various TMW Systems) and Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Strong understanding of DOT and FMCSA compliance requirements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to coordinate with drivers, customers, and team members effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Capable of making quick decisions to resolve operational challenges.

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