Traffic Coordinator

Overview Triple-S Steel is a family-owned business that has grown into one of the largest suppliers of structural steel products in the country. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and strong core values, we pride ourselves on creating a culture where team members are empowered to make a difference and grow professionally. The Traffic Coordinator schedules, assigns, and directs drivers and vehicles to transport steel/products and coordinates drivers according to customer requests in compliance with DOT regulations and company rules. Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offermedical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs.Come join our team! Responsibilities Communicates with sales/customers to determine driver’s needs and schedules and notifies drivers of assignments; enters assignment data in computer database. Monitors daily and promptly addresses critical safety issues and Maintenance issues. Daily routing and route compliance with deliveries and pick-ups. Monitors driver compliance regulations with DOT and Company policies (physically inspect equipment daily). Assign and directs drivers each day, maintain fleet equipment maintenance. Screens drivers on daily basis utilize Alert Meter to ensure they are reporting to work physically and mentally prepared for work; completes reasonable suspicion evaluation when necessary. Adjusts schedule accordingly due to absenteeism, equipment breakdown, and common carrier hiring Negotiates rates, builds new carriers contacts with contract carriers and ensures their equipment meets DOT standards. Supervises/assigns/routes equipment service providers when needed. Monitors E-LOGS and DVIR’s (current system JJ KELLER-Encompass) to maintain DOT compliance. Set up and coordinates all hot shots. Maintains equipment maintenance/registration and internal driver qualification files. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education & Experience : High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Minimum 2-4 years of prior fleet dispatch experience and must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a distribution center. Familiarity with industrial services or distribution operations preferred. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, OMNITRACS Routing System a plus Proficiency in Spanish language a plus. Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Highly organized individual with a commitment to consistent attention to detail. Flexibility and adaptability to assume additional responsibilities and accommodate customer requests. Ability to work independently, often under pressure/situations within a team environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Triple-S Steel Holdings, Inc.