Transportation Coordinator

Kelly Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a detail-oriented Transportation Coordinator for a one-year contract in Calgary. The ideal candidate will manage customs clearance, documentation, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations. Strong experience in logistics, customs processes, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. This full-time role offers a competitive pay rate of $23/hour plus vacation pay, with potential for permanent conversion.

Benefits

Pay rate $23/hour + vacation pay

Full-time contract with potential for permanent position

Weekly pay via direct deposit

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or customs-related roles.
• Familiarity with ACE/ACI processes and willingness to learn Border Connect.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, track, and reconcile PODs for shipments.
• Manage customs clearance requirements and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Document accuracy

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Border Connect

Job description

Overview

Kelly is hiring! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Transportation Coordinator for a one-year contract to support cross-border and domestic transportation operations. This role is critical in ensuring timely customs clearance, accurate documentation management, and overall compliance with transportation and customs regulations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in customs clearance processes, strong administrative capabilities, and the flexibility to support dispatch functions during holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Proof of Delivery (POD) Reconciliation: Monitor, track, and reconcile PODs for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Customs Coordination: Act as the main customs clerk, managing all customs and broker clearance requirements for the fleet.
• ACE/ACI Transmission: Create and transmit electronic ACE/ACI entries using Border Connect or similar systems.
• Documentation Handling: Send customs documents to assigned brokers for clearance.
• Manage the opening and closing of T&E Bonds.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all cross-border transportation regulations.
• Dispatch Support: Provide holiday coverage for dispatch functions as required, ensuring continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or customs-related roles
• Familiarity with ACE/ACI processes and use of Border Connect (or willingness to learn)
• Understanding of Canadian and U.S. customs procedures and T&E Bond processes
• Strong attention to detail and document accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook and Excel)
• Strong communication and coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Customs Clerk, Transportation Coordinator, or similar role
• Experience supporting dispatch teams or transportation operations
• Knowledge of customs broker communications and logistics documentation standards

What’s in it for YOU

• Pay rate $23/hour + vacation pay
• Full time contract with opportunity of permanent conversion for the right candidate
• Weekly pay via direct deposit

Equal Opportunity

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.

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