Transportation Supervisor

Red, White & Blue | Mile High Thrift | World Thrift | Valley Thrift | Community Thrift | Thrift • New Orleans, LA

19d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Transportation Supervisor oversees and manages transportation operations at a designated location. The role leads Donation Pickup Drivers, warehouse staff, dispatchers, and donation attendants to ensure safe, efficient routes and high-quality service for donors and retail stores. Managerial duties include hiring, training, discipline, and performance evaluations. The supervisor also oversees truck maintenance, trailer shipping, route planning, and team communication. The role may require completing pickup routes as needed while maintaining a focus on supervisory responsibilities.

The position works in a consistently busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment, with regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers. Employees may be asked to switch tasks and work in different areas based on operational needs. The role requires the ability to work in all weather conditions. English communication is needed for understanding instructions, reading road signs, and communicating verbally and in writing; employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English at work.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a motor vehicle records check.
• Ability to operate a box truck safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations related to driving a large commercial vehicle.
• Ability to work independently.
• Flexibility to accommodate changes in pickup routes or schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and carry items short distances.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods.
• 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.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment health screening and motor vehicle records check.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, busy, noisy, and brightly lit environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for regular interactions with customers, donors, and coworkers.
• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English to comprehend instructions, read street signs, and communicate verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with systems for routing, tracking, managing trailers, and fleet maintenance.
• Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fleet vehicles are maintained in excellent working condition and coordinate maintenance as necessary.
• Manage Donation Pickup Drivers, dispatchers, warehouse staff, and donation attendants, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
• Oversee daily transportation operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• 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 safety protocols.
• Support retail stores by managing donation pickup and delivery schedules as needed.
• Represent the organization’s mission and goals to donors and the public.
• Attend training sessions and meetings as needed to stay updated on policies and best practices.
• Complete pickup routes as needed while focusing on supervisory responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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