Temp Conversion - Yard Coordinator - 1st shift

Penske•Carson, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role you will be the primary contact for all yard activity relating to the movement of trucks, trailers, freight, and traffic for drivers including trailer location / rotation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Experience using a dolly crank & bolt cutters required
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office
Entry level skills with Outlook and Inter / Intranet use
Organizes own work and the work of others to achieve goals in a timely manner
Assess situations to determine the importance and urgency; determine and act on next steps or escalate as required
Reviews, selects and disseminates information regarding key technologies, best practices, and tools to others in the group
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others in a team environment
May lead small groups in work function or across functions
Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems
Determines appropriate next steps, manage multiple functions and executes deliverables in a timely manner
Works well with limited supervision. Exercises strong time management skills.
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

Creates yard layout and trailer movement schedule (known as “shunt schedule”)
Interfaces with Security as needed regarding safety, accidents and customer policy
Conducts yard audits and ensures accuracy of information in internal and/or external electronic systems through accurate data entry and audits
Performs necessary reporting functions
Accountable for maintaining a safe work environment
Meets deadlines for reports and activities
Adherence to company guidelines and expectations
Other projects as assigned by the Supervisor