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- Accurate planning of trailers relative to load and last contained requirements
- Responsible for keeping trailer maintenance and expirations current and scheduling services with internal and external vendors
- Plan efficient routing of trailers
- Effective planning of trailer preps and washes with internal & external vendors
- Meet or exceed tractor wash thresholds, minimum of once per month
- Ensure performance KPI are met (rev. per trailer, truck to trailer ratio, cleaning processing time, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 2+ years' experience in transportation operations
- Bulk transportation preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Management experience preferred
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to exercise independent judgement.
- Ability to direct and manage employees and contractors
- Ability to follow established policies and procedures of the company
- Knowledge of Federal DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations
- Must be able to work with interruptions and deadlines
- Must be able to effectively interact with internal and external customers
- Majority of time will be spent at the service center- in the office and on the yard
- Flexibility in scheduled hours and days worked is required
- Occasional weekend work and non-business hours availability is required
- Occasional travel to other service centers as needed
Equipment Planner - Baton Rouge, United States - Highway Transport Logistics, Inc.
Description
Responsible for efficient and accurate scheduling of trailers for a service center and customer base. This position will work closely with Highway Transport Management and outside equipment cleaning vendors. All areas within the position's scope of responsibility must be managed within established policies and procedures of the company. This includes, but is not limited to, safety, training, performance metrics, and maintenance. Trailer planning is the primary emphasis, but the position will also assist with managing day-to-day activities within the service center. Communicate with internal and external customers as needed.
Location: (6210 Industrial Drive Geismar, LA
Salary Range: $56,000 - $70,000
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
EOE/M/F/D/V
It's rewarding to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE and have a passion for what they do.
Since 1948, Highway Transport has been a chemical tanker trucking company with a reputation rooted in family and tradition. What makes Highway Transport a choice employer? We hire top talent in the industry to join our team and invest in resources to support career advancement. Highway Transport offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-paid Life Insurance and a 401(K).
Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.