Transportation Supervisor

RWB Thrift • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with systems overseeing routing, tracking, and the management of trailers and fleet maintenance
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)

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.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team
• Designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth
• Value diversity and inclusion
• Commitment to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals
• Encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply
• Provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED