Transportation Specialist

Wurth Wood Group • Elkridge, MD

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About The Position

Wurth Wood Group is seeking an experienced Transportation Specialist for its Elkridge, Maryland branch. The role interacts with and serves customers and service providers to ensure safe, proper, and timely product delivery. The specialist works closely with warehouse personnel and is responsible for operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Medical Card are required.

Requirements

• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License and Medical Card.
• Maintain forklift certification.
• Be able and willing to lift up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Be able to strap and secure cargo and arrange and balance it properly in the vehicle.
• Have basic knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong ethics.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Effectively interface with customers and employees, demonstrating strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Demonstrate a preference for teamwork and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a transportation specialist in a related industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive a CMV to deliver products on assigned routes.
• Be able to obtain forklift certification.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and other areas as instructed.
• Prepare, process, and maintain transportation documentation and information in various operating systems as required for DOT compliance.
• Build effective working relationships with customers, service providers, and internal teams to support efficient movement of products.
• Obtain proof of delivery using the supplied Electronic Proof of Delivery (EPOD) device.
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve complaints promptly in collaboration with the Operations Manager and sales team.
• Comply with applicable safety and transportation regulations and company policies.
• Maintain awareness of quality and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Training
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Supplemental benefits
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Eligibility for 401(k) from the first day of employment
• Company 401(k) match after six months of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed