Transportation Administrator

FedEx Freight; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a qualified individual to support, coordinate and communicate with operations, planners and drivers to move freight safely, timely, and cost-effectively. The role includes entry and reporting in required systems and close collaboration with the line-haul network.

The candidate will assist in dispatch, manage driver logs and hours of service, and work with multiple internal and external teams to resolve issues and ensure compliant, efficient service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of general clerical, Logistics or Business experience preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT and hazmat regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of company policies/procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Knowledge of PeopleNet, TCHEK/Comdata and MCMS preferred.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees.
• Multitasking ability and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist drivers with entry of road calls and report delays, overweight citations, road side incidents and other events.
• Coordinate with vendors and sign off on services for breakdowns, accidents, and spills.
• Help troubleshoot drivers' work days to ensure timely dispatch and proper pay.
• Provide information to Transportation Planners and Operations Management on logs, manifests and registrations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PeopleNet

TCHEK/Comdata

MCMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 19.27 per hour

POSITION OVERVIEW

Support, coordinate and communicate with operations, planners and drivers to assist in moving freight in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner, including entry and reporting in required systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete and assist drivers with entry of road calls, record/report and communication of driver delay, overweight citations, road side inspections, accidents, chemical spills, seal discrepancies, as they relate to over the road movement in support of the line-haul network
• Under close manager supervisor, select vendors from an approved company list, build efficient timelines for resolution and record such events including signing off on the service received from outside vendors when coordinating breakdowns, accidents and chemical spills
• Assist in troubleshooting of drivers work day to ensure timely dispatch and arrival with proper equipment and appropriate drivers pay (task, mileage, etc.) including internal and external dispatches (FXF Driver, FXG Drivers, Cartage and Purchased Transportation). Add additional task pay or alternate route information as needed or rerouting due to network or system issues
• Assist in developing competency levels in the following areas: computer/operating systems, analytical scope, basic principles of industry and policy/procedures defined by the company. Provide information for Transportation Planners and Operations Management pertaining to trailer registrations, driver logs, trailer manifests, etc.
• Approve/deny Hours Of Service exceptions after reviewing the drivers logs and reasoning for exceptions and make all appropriate records including notifying ORIG and DEST SC of delay or rescue if needed.
• Troubleshoot TCHEK card opportunities including fuel resets, activations and express code generation. TCHEK and Comdata payments to vendors for service repairs, fuel (gasoline and diesel) and any other expenses that arise (antifreeze, wiper fluid, etc.)
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of general clerical, Logistics or Business experience, preferred
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and hazardous materials regulations, preferred
• Knowledge of company policies/procedures, preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Peoplenet, TCHEK/Comdata and Maintenance Control Management System (MCMS), preferred
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of employees
• Multi-tasked oriented and possess good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours may vary due to Linehaul and Operational needs

COMPENSATION USE FLSA

Status: [] Exempt [X] Non-Exempt

EST FedEx Freight, IncFedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at [e-mail]. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.