Transportation Clerk

Performance Foodservice; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Jackson, MS is seeking a Transportation Clerk to support the transportation team by tracking driver and route information, coordinating check-ins, and ensuring on-time deliveries. You will handle DOT compliance, payroll data entry for drivers, and related administrative tasks with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Join a team dedicated to safe, efficient food distribution and customer service excellence, while maintaining strong DOT records and collaborating with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent; 6+ months in a transportation environment
• Administrative support with basic math and data entry skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
• One year of administrative, payroll, or transportation support experience

Responsibilities

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information.
• Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Excel

Basic math

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose: Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers’ products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company – building lasting relationships with our customers! As a Transportation Clerk, you will play a vital role in ensuring our drivers is equipped with the information needed to deliver all products on time and safely.

Primary Responsibilities: The Transportation Clerk supports the transportation team in improving production processes and maintaining daily business. This includes tracking, calculating, and coordinating a variety of driver and route information along with performing administrative tasks. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information.
• Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 6+ months in a transportation environment
• Administrative support performing basic math and computer data entry skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 1+ years in transportation environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of administrative, payroll, or transportation support experience.
• Good computer skills with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong focus on detail, organization, and basic math