Transport Coordinator

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Transportation Maintenance Coordinator – Transport Coordinator Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Maintenance & Operations Branch Supply Operations / Transport Services Team Salem The role: Join our team as a transport coordinator in Salem! In this role you will schedule and dispatch equipment, materials, and under bridge inspection trucks (UBIT) statewide to assist our crews with safe and efficient transport operations. You will support our mission by ensuring maintenance teams have the equipment they need to keep Oregon’s transportation system safe and reliable. If you enjoy logistics, problem solving and making a statewide impact, this might be the position for you! Apply today! We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions. Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile. A day in the life: Act as liaison to customers, both inside and outside ODOT to determine and recommend the most effective and efficient manner to complete requested transport movement. Utilize Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email). Dispatch and coordinate freight and equipment transport assignments for Transport Services crew members. Coordinate scheduled deliveries with other ODOT district transport throughout the state. Coordinate and schedule under bridge inspection trucks (UBIT) for efficient operation and best use of vehicles and staff. Maintain records of transported materials and equipment, vehicle shift use and mileage, and maintenance schedules Maintain daily labor and billing, inspection reports and work logs for crew. Maintain working knowledge of all federal, state, county and city regulations and laws involved with the transporting of cargo and equipment. Operate and transport under bridge inspection trucks (UBIT). Operate a wide variety of heavy duty (primarily diesel-powered), long-haul transportation equipment, such as semi tractor/trailer combinations throughout the state. Participate in and oversee loading and unloading of transported commodities utilizing specialized equipment such as forklifts, auger trucks, cranes, bridge trucks, etc., and secure those commodities for safe movement. This position is required to work in all types of weather and road conditions. Statewide and overnight travel is required. Required to lift up to 65 pounds and spend long hours driving, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders, reaching and carrying. To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [email protected]. What’s in it for you: Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!Want to know about new job postings? Subscribe to receive weekly email notifications!

Requirements

Three years of maintenance or construction experience in roadway, highway, bridge, sign, drawbridge, or landscape.
CDL-A Required: Employee will be required to use a commercial motor vehicle to conduct business. You must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions to be considered eligible for this position. You must also have or be able to obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse registration and full query check for our final candidate(s) and annual query for current employees.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of methods and techniques for prioritizing, assigning and reviewing the work of others and working cooperatively with a wide variety of people.
Knowledge of safety practices and precautions in transportation maintenance work.
Skill in communicating and following oral and written instructions and keeping written and computerized records of work.
Experience completing basic mechanical repairs on light and heavy vehicles or equipment.
Experience leading and coordinating a team.
Proven customer service experience focused in clearly communicating plans and updates across email, phone, and in person to ensure timelines are understood and met.
Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Responsibilities

Act as liaison to customers, both inside and outside ODOT to determine and recommend the most effective and efficient manner to complete requested transport movement.
Utilize Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email).
Dispatch and coordinate freight and equipment transport assignments for Transport Services crew members.
Coordinate scheduled deliveries with other ODOT district transport throughout the state.
Coordinate and schedule under bridge inspection trucks (UBIT) for efficient operation and best use of vehicles and staff.
Maintain records of transported materials and equipment, vehicle shift use and mileage, and maintenance schedules
Maintain daily labor and billing, inspection reports and work logs for crew.
Maintain working knowledge of all federal, state, county and city regulations and laws involved with the transporting of cargo and equipment.
Operate and transport under bridge inspection trucks (UBIT).
Operate a wide variety of heavy duty (primarily diesel-powered), long-haul transportation equipment, such as semi tractor/trailer combinations throughout the state.
Participate in and oversee loading and unloading of transported commodities utilizing specialized equipment such as forklifts, auger trucks, cranes, bridge trucks, etc., and secure those commodities for safe movement.