Transportation Scheduler
Location: Silverdale Washington (Bangor)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-time
Compensation: $37.42 - $37.42/hourly
Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Full-Time benefits of a Transportation Scheduler at Tessera include:
Medical Dental Vision 401(k) retirement plan Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
$11.41/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development certifications and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Tessera is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture our core values - Inclusion Partnerships Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Tessera is seeking an organized and proactive Transportation Scheduler to plan and coordinate transportation activities at Naval Base Kitsap Bangor. This role is responsible for assigning routes managing driver schedules and ensuring safe timely and efficient service. The Transportation Scheduler serves as a key point of communication with drivers and customers resolving issues quickly and optimizing operations to meet mission needs.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
Determines the most efficient routes for vehicles and drivers to minimize travel time and fuel consumption.
Creates updates and maintains driver schedules coordinating time-off requests and ensuring adequate staffing levels.
Prepares reviews and completes work orders to ensure accurate charges are charged for work accomplished to the customer.
Assigns drivers to specific routes and ensure they have all necessary information for their trips.
Tracks the progress of shipments and deliveries using transportation management systems and making real-time adjustments as needed.
Addresses any unexpected delays vehicle issues or other challenges that may arise during transportation operations.
Tracks vehicle locations and statuses monitoring delivery progress and making dynamic adjustments to routes or schedules as needed to address delays or changes.
Maintains accurate records of shipments deliveries and driver information and updating transportation management systems with relevant data.
Collect/Reviews and ensures daily driver logs are accurate and complete.
Prepares monthly reports per contract requirements (BSVE Mileage reporting BSVE Ridership CAC Monthly Inspections) facilities requests and ensures proper notification to customers.
Responsible for drill timeline during drills - account for timeline information back to drill director. Meeting with Govt. drill director prior to drilling recording of timeline record of start & stop times employee locations and POCs and meeting with Govt. drill director at conclusion of drill.
Qualifications:
Highschool Diploma/GED is .
Minimum of 3 years experience in transportation logistics or dispatch.
An equivalent combination of experience and education allowed.
Proven experience in dispatching transportation logistics or related fields.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills capable of liaising effectively with customers and team members.
Physical Requirements:
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
May be to reach kneel walk stand and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
Work may require repetitive motion reaching lifting kneeling and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time climbing in and out of a vehicle and up and down stairs may also be .
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
A valid state drivers license is with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tesseras insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Please visit this website for more information: our government contract 2.7.2.6 No employee or representative of the Contractor will be admitted to the site of work unless satisfactory proof of U.S. citizenship is furnished. To Apply: Visit our website at to complete an application. Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance. Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support please contact us at ext. 349 or email.Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify
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