Logistics Transport Specialist - Decatur

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Overview

Be inspired.  Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. 

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide: 

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
• Family-focused benefits  
• Wellness incentives 
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  
• And more  

Location:  *This position will report to our Clarkston, GA 30021 office daily.*

Description

Senior-level driving courier with expertise in handling specialized or high-priority specimen types, equipment, or supplies. Operates company-owned vehicle across metro Atlanta. Serves as a mentor to Courier I & II staff, assists with troubleshooting delivery issues, and ensures compliance with time-sensitive transport protocols. Senior courier that will be delivering various IT equipment across various Emory sites. Maintain accurate records in fleet management system and manage maintenance schedules, ensure safety compliance. Use handheld device to scan and track IT equipment, or supply pick-ups/deliveries throughout the metro Atlanta area. Including assisting with primary route coverage and travel for special assignments.

*This position will report to our Clarkston, GA 30021 office daily.*

RESPONSIBILITIES:

CDL-B Transportation Operations & Route Execution:

1. Safely operate company-owned CDL-B vehicles (e.g., straight/box trucks) across the metro Atlanta area to transport IT equipment, and supplies.

2. Execute scheduled, on-demand, and STAT requests

3. Manage routing and delivery execution; and ensure timely, accurate delivery while maintaining load security and transport integrity in accordance with DOT requirements and internal logistics protocols.

Compliance, Safety & Fleet Operations:

1. Ensure full compliance with DOT regulations, Emory safety policies, and transport SOPs, including pre- and post-trip inspections, incident reporting, and safe loading/unloading practices.

2. Maintain accurate records in the fleet management system; assist in coordinating preventive maintenance schedules; support vehicle readiness; and uphold safety, training, and compliance standards applicable to CDL-B operations.

Operational Support:

1. Assist with troubleshooting delivery issues, coverage for primary routes, and special assignments while escalating issues appropriately to the Logistics Supervisor/Manager.

Transport Technology, Tracking & Documentation:

1. Utilize handheld devices and logistics systems to scan, track, and document all pick-ups and deliveries, maintaining chain-of-custody and delivery conformation records.

2. Ensure data accuracy and real-time visibility to support compliance audits, performance reporting, and operational accountability.

Additional Duties as Assigned.

Travel: Required between Operating Units and Emory Affiliated Locations

Work Type: On-Site employee

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - High School Diploma
• Experience - 3 years minimum of relevant experience
• Licensure - Active Driver's License with CDL-B with no recent major traffic violations as defined by Emory Healthcare
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required): - Supply Chain Operations, Logistics and Operations Management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - Associate's Degree
• Experience - 5 years minimum experience with at least 1 years in a leader type position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.  ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.