Transportation Assistant

DutiesHelpArrange routine and high-priority domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) freight shipments utilizing established standing route orders, carrier publications, technical guides, and tariffs.Compute and compare rate charges across different modes of transportation, contact carriers directly to obtain quotes when required, and documents cost-avoidance dataReview issue documents to verify consignee information, priority designators, and physical cargo dimensions, resolving invalid or missing elements prior to releasing shipments.Inspect hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shipments for regulatory compliance, verifying shipper authorizations and ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and marking.Arrange for necessary support services, including signature service, rigging crews, material handling equipment (MHE), and specialized vehicle blocking/bracing.Dispatch inbound/outbound drivers to specific depot locations, assigns secure freight seals to vehicles, and ensures appropriate safety placards are correctly mounted prior to transit.