Transportation Maintenance Coordinator - L1

Gourmet Foods International; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with matching

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gourmet Foods International is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Coordinator to support safe, efficient fleet operations. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, manage service records, and ensure FMCSA/DOT compliance, while collaborating with drivers and vendors to resolve issues.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to process data for long periods; CDL is a plus and lifting up to 50 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and fleet compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair services for fleet equipment.
• Track fuel usage, vendor contracts, and purchased services.
• Maintain FMCSA, DOT, local, and company forms, logs, and records.
• Collaborate with drivers and maintenance vendors to resolve issues.
• Monitor fleet schedules and assist with maintenance reporting.

Skills

FMCSA/DOT regulations knowledge

MS Office

Organizational skills

Data processing

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

Weekend availability

Maintenance/management experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL license

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Job OverviewWe are seeking a Transportation Maintenance Coordinator to support the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our fleet. This role is responsible for coordinating preventative maintenance, managing service records, and ensuring all DOT/FMCSA requirements are met. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working closely with drivers, vendors, and internal teams to keep our transportation operations running smoothly.What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include:Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair services for Class A and B trucks, trailers, and related equipment.Track fuel usage, vendor contracts, and purchased services to ensure efficiency and accuracy.Maintain all FMCSA, DOT, local, and company forms, logs, and records to ensure compliance.Collaborate with transportation departments, drivers, and maintenance vendors to resolve issues quickly.Monitor fleet schedules and assist with reporting on maintenance status and performance.Support other transportation-related tasks as assigned.Things you need to be able to do:Knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and fleet compliance requirements.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).Strong organizational and communication skills.Ability to sit and process data for extended periods.Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in seasonal weather conditions.Weekend availability as needed.Things that are a plus:Previous maintenance preferred; previous management experience a must.Previous CDL license holder is a plus.2+ years in a transportation-related field and duties.High School Diploma or Equivalent.What we think you’ll love about Gourmet Foods International:Advancement Opportunities. We offer career advancement, including college reimbursement. We want to see you grow with the company.Keeping if fresh. Learn new things every day, from new technology to innovative new products we distribute.Teamwork. Work on a team that supports each other.What else can we offer?Gourmet Foods' Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, short-term, Long-Term Disability, and accident insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, paid parental leave, Professional Development Programs, opportunities to grow within the Company, Employee Discounts, and a Referral Bonus.GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process. Background checks can include, but are not limited to, previous employment, education, and criminal records.