Transportation Specialist

Wurth Wood Group Inc.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical

Vision

401k plan

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401k matching

Training

Competitive wages

Job summary

Wurth Wood Group is seeking a Transportation Specialist in Elkridge, MD to safely drive a CMV, deliver products, and coordinate with customers and warehouse staff to ensure timely service. The role requires a valid CDL and Medical Card, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and strong commitment to safety and DOT compliance.

The successful candidate will work with the operations team to secure proof of delivery, respond to inquiries, and uphold a high standard of professionalism and ethics while

Qualifications

• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Valid CDL and Medical Card.
• Lift up to 75 pounds with proper technique.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Professionalism and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Drive a CMV to deliver product on assigned route.
• Coordinate with customers, service providers, and warehouse staff.
• Prepare transportation documentation for DOT compliance.
• Secure proof of delivery using EPOD device.
• Handle inquiries and resolve complaints with Operations and sales.
• Maintain safety and quality awareness.

Skills

Clean driving record

CDL

Medical Card

DOT regulations

Teamwork

Customer service

Effective communication

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Job description

Wurth Wood Group is a leading supplier of Hardwood Lumber, Plywood, Molding, Cabinet Hardware/Supplies, Laminate, and Building Supplies, and we are seeking an experienced Transportation Specialist for the Elkridge, MD branch. The ideal candidate is a hard-working, organized, self-directed, and highly customer service oriented based individual who is dedicated to helping expand the Wurth Wood Group good name. As a company we offer solid benefits and strong earning potential, with the ability to move up within our company.

Position Summary:

The Transportation Specialist will be required to interact and service our customers and service providers, to ensure a safe and proper delivery of product. The Transportation Specialist should provide the best in class customer service and work as a team with warehouse personnel to ensure all product is delivered in a timely manner. The Transportation Specialist will be responsible for a CMV and will be required to have a valid Medical Card and CDL.

• Drive a CMV to deliver the product within the route assigned.
• Able to be forklift certified.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks and maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and other areas as instructed.
• Prepare, process, and maintain all necessary transportation documentation & information – both in and out of various operating systems – required for DOT compliance.
• Develop strong interaction, in and amongst customers, service providers, and the internal team to ensure fluid, efficient movement of product.
• Secure proof of delivery by using a supplied (EPOD) Electronic Proof of Delivery device.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve complaints in a timely manner through collaboration with the Operations manager and sales team.
• Comply with all applicable safety, transportation regulations, and company policies.
• Responsible for maintaining Quality and Safety awareness.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:

• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Maintain a Valid Commercial Drivers License and Medical Card.
• Must be able and willing to lift up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Experience as a transportation specialist in a related industry, preferred.
• Must be able to strap and secure cargo and properly arrange and balance it within the vehicle.
• Have basic knowledge of all DOT regulations.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics.
• Preferred style of teamwork, and collaboration.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and with written communications.
• Ability to interface with customers and employees fostering excellent communication skills and customer service.
• Competitive wages
• PTO, Paid time off
• Training
• Medical
• Vision
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Eligible for 401k first day of employment
• Company match on 401k after 6 months of service

Drivers License CDL

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