Transportation Supervisor

Talentify; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a supervisory professional to oversee yard operations in a fast-paced environment. You will determine daily equipment and staffing needs, supervise yard drivers, salvage operations, trailer washing, and equipment handling, while monitoring daily assignments and collaborating with the Transportation Management Team.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with time and attendance processes.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Familiar with time and attendance requirements and MS Office.
• Ability to supervise yard drivers and coordination with Transportation team.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to providing a safe work environment.
• Determine equipment and manpower requirements for daily operational needs.
• Supervise yard drivers, salvage, trailer washer and equipment.
• Monitor employees daily work assignments.
• Work with yard drivers to improve driving skills.
• Work closely with Transportation Management Team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Time and attendance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA Powered Industrial Truck training

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Commitment to providing a safe work environment
• Determine equipment and manpower requirements for daily operational needs
• Supervise yard drivers, salvage, trailer washer and equipment
• Monitor employees daily work assignments
• Work with yard drivers to improve driving skills
• Work closely with Transportation Management Team
• Performs other duties as assigned

Key Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of safely operating a mule, tractor and trailer a plus and MHE equipment
• Knowledge of inhaul/backhaul procedures
• Familiar with work environment, time and attendance requirements
• High degree of initiative and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions
• Valid driver’s license for types of vehicles to be driven
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift
• Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly use various equipment and/or tools
• To work in different outside temperatures, (snow, heat, rain, etc.)
• Must pass all company testing
• Must submit to OSHA Powered Industrial Truck training and pass associated tests
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others
• Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits, and attitude

This job description is intended to provide a high-level of general requirements for this position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure proper operations.