Transportation Assistant with Class A CDL License

GFA, Inc.•Garden City, GA

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About The Position

The Transportation Assistant supports daily transportation department operations and, when needed, drives Class A commercial motor vehicles to help ensure local loads reach customers without delay. The role assists with equipment management, driver communication, transportation records, vehicle maintenance tracking, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. It combines administrative and operational support with backup commercial driving duties as business needs require. The position requires professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety. The successful candidate will communicate with drivers, warehouse personnel, and management; help maintain accurate records and compliance documentation; and follow company safety policies, DOT and FMCSA regulations, and applicable traffic laws.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Current DOT medical certification, when required.
Acceptable driving record that meets company and insurance requirements.
Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial vehicle safety requirements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
Flexibility to perform both administrative and commercial driving duties.
Ability to safely operate Class A commercial vehicles.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and perform duties associated with commercial truck operations.
Ability to enter and exit commercial vehicles safely.
Ability to perform vehicle inspections and other physical tasks associated with the position.
Ability to meet applicable DOT medical and physical qualification requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transportation, trucking, logistics, or a related field.
Previous experience operating tractor-trailers.
Familiarity with ELD systems and transportation management software.
Knowledge of commercial vehicle maintenance and inspection requirements.
Experience coordinating drivers and transportation schedules.

Responsibilities

Assist the Transportation Manager with daily transportation operations.
Communicate with drivers, warehouse personnel, and management to resolve transportation-related issues.
Maintain transportation records, including mileage reports, delivery documentation, and driver logs.
Assist with tracking vehicle maintenance schedules, inspections, and repairs.
Provide administrative and operational support to the transportation department.
Operate Class A commercial motor vehicles as needed, including providing backup coverage during driver absences, scheduling conflicts, or increased workload.
Safely transport equipment, materials, or freight to designated locations.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Follow DOT regulations, company safety policies, and applicable traffic laws.
Complete required driving documentation and electronic logging device (ELD) records.
Promptly report vehicle maintenance concerns, accidents, and safety issues.
Assist in maintaining compliance with DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.
Support transportation safety procedures and company policies.
Assist with maintaining vehicle inspection, maintenance, and compliance records.
Promote safe driving practices and a safety-focused work environment.