Transportation Assistant with Class A CDL License

GFA, Inc.•Garden City, GA

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About The Position

The Transportation Assistant supports the daily operations of the transportation department, including equipment management, driver communication, recordkeeping, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. When applicable, the position drives local loads to help ensure timely customer deliveries. The role combines administrative and operational support with Class A commercial driving duties as business needs require. The position assists the Transportation Manager, communicates with drivers, warehouse personnel, and management, maintains transportation and compliance records, and helps track vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs. It provides backup driving coverage as needed and promotes safe, compliant transportation operations.

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, enter and exit commercial vehicles safely, and perform vehicle inspections and other physical tasks associated with truck operations.
Ability to meet applicable DOT medical and physical qualification requirements.
Professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to safety.

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 and provide backup driving coverage during absences, scheduling conflicts, or increased workload.
Safely transport equipment, materials, or freight to designated locations and, when applicable, deliver local loads to customers without delay.
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 with compliance with DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.
Support transportation safety procedures and company policies and help maintain vehicle inspection, maintenance, and compliance records.
Promote safe driving practices and a safety-focused work environment.