Road Breakdown Agent

EXCELLENT ADVANTAGES AHEADAMAZING PAY OPPORTUNITIES1.5x for overtime after 40 hoursAdvancement opportunities availableApprenticeship program also availableBig Blue Brigade (Community Volunteer Program)ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH TEAM BLUETuition reimbursement programCareer Currency Program - Earn graduate or college credit (family eligible)Positive Caring CultureADDITIONAL BENEFITSVision Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Insurance as well as FSA and HSA account optionsPaid time offHoliday payReferral bonus401(k) company match of one-half of your first 6% contributionEmployee stock purchase planOn-site fitness facilities at select locationsWellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramRoad Breakdown Agents assist company drivers in repairs, breakdowns, and repair instructions either by routing them to terminals or providing direction for on the road repairs. This position also plays a major part in the success of warranty recovery of any failed components on Werner Equipment. This is an in office position.The available shifts:7am-5pm – four 10-hour days with a Saturday or Sunday,1pm - 11pm - four 10-hour days with a Saturday or Sunday,9pm - 7am - four 10-hour days with a Saturday or Sunday.Answer telephone breakdown calls reported by company drivers or customers and input related information into the computer system.Review and authorize all purchases, repairs, and purchase receipts by drivers, tracking of warranty repairs, truck recalls, notifying the Operations department of trucks due for service.Communicate with repair facilities or repair shops to monitor repair progress, and to close billing charges and purchase order jobs.Review and approve computer transmitted reports by drivers via satellite communication for on the road repairs.Receive and send fax requests to shops pertaining to billing or repair instructions.Coordinate with the Operations department routing to get loads to repair shops or to terminals for repairs or downtime.Communicate with outside terminals through the computer system to notify of repairs needed or check repairs done to designated trucks.The main purpose of this position is to assist company drivers in repairs, breakdowns, and repair instructions either by routing them to terminals or providing direction for on the road repairs. This position also plays a major part in the success of warranty recovery of any failed components on Werner Equipment. Due to the nature of the essential job functions of this role, this is a safety sensitive position.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above-listed position.Answer telephone breakdown calls reported by company drivers or customers and input related information into the computer system.Review and authorize all purchases, repairs, and purchase receipts by drivers, tracking of warranty repairs, truck recalls, notifying the Operations department of trucks due for service.Communicate with repair facilities or repair shops to monitor repair progress, and to close billing charges and purchase order jobs.Review and approve computer transmitted reports by drivers via satellite communication for on the road repairs.Receive and send fax requests to shops pertaining to billing or repair instructions.Coordinate with the Operations department routing to get loads to repair shops or to terminals for repairs or downtime.Communicate with outside terminals through the computer system to notify of repairs needed or check repairs done to designated trucks.Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations.Ability to communicate with drivers, customers, and repair facilities in a professional and courteous manner.Strong knowledge of both tractor and trailer mechanical training.Skill in operating a computer terminal.Strong decision making skills.Knowledge of U.S. geography.Skill in typing (35-45 wpm).Knowledge of various repair vendors, their capabilities, and locations throughout the U.S. usually gained through practical experience and on-the- job training.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh school graduate or equivalent experience.Two to three years transportation industry experience preferred.One to two years AS400 and/or computer experience preferred.One to two years mechanical training experience preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSeeing and hearing: Read documents, computer screen answer phones, 75-100 %communicate in person.Standing and walking. 0-24 %Climbing, stooping, squatting, and kneeling. 0-24 %Dexterity: utilizing phone, typing, and writing. 75-100 %Lift more than 0 pounds. 0-24%Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate based on an applicant's age.We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. 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