Equipment Control Specialist - Inventory & Dispatch

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Full-Time Individual Contrib Tacoma, WA, US

EBZ - Equipment Control Coord

This position is responsible for tracking trailing equipment, coordinating and maintaining appropriate trailer pools, assigning equipment and maintaining an accurate inventory of non-specialized equipment at the assigned terminal.

• Operates safely and in compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures
• Maintains the trailer inventory at the assigned terminal and coordinates with other Equipment Control personnel and the Traffic Manager for effective utilization of equipment across the network
• Responsible for coordinating with terminal operations personnel to inspect trailers and specialty equipment to maintain an accurate inventory
• Uses Blackberry Radar Dashboard and Truckmate/AMS to keep accurate inventory records and generate reporting to effectively communicate and facilitate company wide equipment needs.
• Manages equipment statuses and accurately manages the assignments to each group and the allowable dwell time on each unit to meet equipment control goals
• Prepares reports for showing equipment detention, location, and utilization
• Responsible for coordinating and tracking the on-hiring and off-hiring of lease and rental equipment
• Reviews and reconciles on-hold, maintenance and foreign equipment log twice daily to help Operations follow trailer procedures
• Coordinates other activities for Operations, Dispatch, Maintenance and licensing groups
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum two years transportation experience

• Excellent writing skills for writing routine reports and other correspondence
• General computer knowledge and proficiency using MS Office Suite application including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Proficient use of transportation / ERP system, Truck Mate preferred
• Must have basic mathematical skills; the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions and percentages
• Must have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask, to stay organized and prioritize work throughout the day
• Applies commons sense understanding and good problem-solving skills to carry out instructions and accomplish work
• Requires initiative and independent judgment
• Exhibits a professional attitude and appearance

We’re committed to taking care of you and your family, today and in the future.

• Compensation
  • Competitive base annual salary range: $20.50 - $30.80, depending on experience and qualifications
• Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents.
• Employer‑paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Retirement
  • Generous 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
• Paid Time Off
  • 2 weeks’ vacation annually
  • 7 company holidays
  • 7 days of sick leave annually
  • Extras that Make a Difference
    • Up to $5,250 per year in tax-free educational assistance to assist with career development and growth
    • Boot reimbursement program