Transportation Supervisor

Red-White-and-Blue-Thrift-Stor; Town "n" Country (FL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Red-White-and-Blue-Thrift-Stor is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead donation pickup drivers, dispatchers, and warehouse staff at a designated location. You will hire, train, discipline, and evaluate performance while ensuring safe route execution and high-quality service for donors and stores.

The role oversees vehicle maintenance, route planning, and regulatory compliance, with hands-on duties such as occasional pickup routes.

Formación

• Routing and fleet maintenance systems experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR check.
• Operate a box truck safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of traffic laws for large vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee transportation operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage a team of Donation Pickup Drivers, dispatchers, warehousestaff, and attendants including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
• Plan and optimize routes; address on-road challenges and evaluate productivity for cost management.
• Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and maintain safety protocol adherence.
• Support retail stores by managing pickup and delivery schedules as needed.
• Engage with donors and the public to represent the organization’s mission.

Conocimientos

Routing systems management

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Microsoft Office knowledge

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Traffic laws knowledge

Operate box truck safely

Independent worker

Flexible schedule

Bilingual Spanish/English

Educación

HS Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Pay Range: $15.00 to $17.00 per hour

Employment eligibility is verified through E-Verify

Job Summary

The Transportation Supervisor (TS) is responsible for overseeing and managing transportation operations at a designated location. This includes leading a team of Donation Pickup Drivers, warehouse staff, and dispatchers, ensuring safe and efficient route execution and delivering high-quality service for donors and retail stores. The TS will handle managerial duties such as hiring, training, discipline, and performance evaluations, along with supervising truck maintenance, trailers shipping, route planning, and team communication. This role may require the TS to complete pickup routes as needed while focusing on supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure fleet vehicles are maintained in excellent working condition, coordinating maintenance as necessary
• Manage a team of Donation Pickup Drivers, dispatchers, warehouse staff, and donation attendants including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
• Oversee daily transportation operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations.
• Plan and optimize driver routes, address on-road challenges, and evaluate route productivity for cost management.
• Conduct regular safety meetings, complete inspections, and maintain adherence to all safety protocols.
• Ensure fleet vehicles are maintained in excellent working condition, coordinating maintenance as necessary.
• Support retail stores by managing donation pickup and delivery schedules as needed.
• Remain engaged with the organization's mission and goals, effectively representing it to donors and the public.
• Attend training sessions and meetings as needed to stay updated on policies and best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with systems overseeing routing, tracking, and the management of trailers and fleet maintenance, along with a fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office is preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a motor vehicle records check
• Ability to operate a box truck in a safe and efficient manner
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations related to driving a large commercial vehicle
• Ability to work independently
• Flexibility in schedule to accommodate changes in pickup routes or schedules
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and carry it for short distances
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods of time
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, including box trucks and compactors
• Visual acuity to read road signs, maps, and operating instructions
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating truck controls and handling bags and boxes
• Strong back and abdominal muscles to maintain proper posture while operating equipment and lifting heavy objects
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow
• Good hearing to detect warning signals and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment health screening and motor vehicles record check

Work Environment

• Atmosphere: The work environment is dynamic and characterized by a consistently busy atmosphere. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and busy environment is essential for this role.
• Noise Level: The work environment is noisy. Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a noisy environment is a requirement for this role.
• Lighting: The work environment is characterized by bright lighting throughout the front and back of store, which is integral to our operational requirements. Due to the nature of our operations, the ability to work effectively in a bright environment is a requirement for this role.
• Interactions with Others: The role involves regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers, fostering a collaborative and customer-focused environment. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are a requirement for this role.
• Flexibility: The nature of this role requires a high degree of flexibility. Employees may be asked to switch tasks based on operational needs. Employees are expected to work in all areas as assigned, contributing to a well-rounded and collaborative team environment.

Language Requirements

Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English within the workplace. However, the nature of the position entails interactions with customers, donors, and colleagues who primarily use English. In such instances, a fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, reading street signs, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, is necessary.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities.