Transportation Coordinator

Ward Cove Dock Group; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ward Cove in Ketchikan, AK is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to organize and operate the shuttle experience, working closely with guests, shuttle drivers, and the City of Ketchikan. You will manage shuttle service, assist guests with boarding and disembarkation, monitor safety and regulations, and coordinate with drivers to ensure smooth operations in various weather conditions.

This role requires one year of customer service experience, a valid driver's license, and ATSSA Flagger

Qualifications

• ATSSA Flagger Certification or ability to obtain.
• At least 1 year of experience in a customer service-related field.
• Driver's License preferred.
• Prolonged standing and walking; may lift up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests with a professional attitude and appearance; provide exceptional customer service.
• Communicate effectively amongst your team and all departments.
• Knowlege and promotion of Ward Cove venues and retail; address guest concerns.
• Work as greeters to welcome guests and conduct guest orientations.
• Collaborate with drivers and local operators to ensure effective shuttle operations by monitoring guest boarding and disembarkation.
• Safely monitor locations with high-vehicle traffic; assist with backing buses and watching for blind spots.
• Manage shuttle bus rotations considering available buses, guest count, weather, and other variables.
• Monitor parking lots and permits.
• Traffic flagging to ensure safe and efficient movement for vehicles and pedestrians.
• Clean and organize all equipment and workspaces.
• Respond to safety incidents with preparedness.
• Work a flexible schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety focus

Customer service

Problem solving

High-paced environment

Weather conditions

Flagger certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Ketchikan, AK 99901, Job Category: Transportation, Job Summary:

Transportation Coordinators organize and operate Ward Cove's shuttle experience. This is a position that works closely with guests, shuttle drivers, and the City of Ketchikan. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the shuttle service, assisting guests with boarding and disembarkation, maintaining safety and regulations, and traffic flagging.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meet and greet guests with a professional attitude and appearance and provide exceptional customer service;
• Communicate effectively amongst your team and all departments;
• Knowledge and promotion of all Ward Cove venues and retail, Answer and address any guest concerns or questions;
• Work as greeters to welcome guests and conduct guest orientations;
• Work closely with drivers and local operators to ensure effective shuttle operations by monitoring guest boarding and disembarkation;
• Safely monitor locations with high-vehicle traffic. Assist with backing buses and watching for blind spots;
• Effectively manage the rotation of shuttle buses with consideration of the available buses, guest count, weather conditions, other dynamic variables;
• Monitor parking lots and permits;
• Traffic flagging to ensure safe and efficient movement for vehicles and pedestrians;
• Cleans and organizes all equipment and workspaces;
• Ability to react and respond to safety incidents with preparedness;
• Work a flexible schedule;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Safety Focus: Must be able to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for guests, employees, and the public;
• Customer-Service Focus: Must understand that customer service is a top priority and must conduct all actions with this in mind;
• Problem-Solving Skills: Must be flexible and able to produce appropriate solutions quickly, employing a logical and organized thought process;
• Ability to function well in a high-paced, and at times, stressful environment;
• Required to work for extended periods outside in all weather conditions;
• ATSSA approved Flagger Certification, or ability to obtain.

Education and Experience:

• At least one year experience in customer service-related field.
• Driver's License Preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.