Transportation Specialist

Posted:
9/26/2024, 12:53:56 AM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States ⋅ LaGrange, Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Job Summary: The Transportation Specialist functions under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor of the Distribution Center. This position assists with the delivery of supplies to all WellStar customers with in the associated routes. This position is required to operate a motor vehicle ex: (van & truck). It also requires excessive walking, sitting and lifting up to 75 lbs. on a routine basis. Responsible for transporting of supplies, mail, equipment and medical specimens by vehicle to facilities of the WellStar Health System. Responsible for the movement of heavier materials as required (record boxes, hospital beds, desketc.) Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Customer Service Cultural Awareness Takes proactive measure to meet the needs of customers Seeks and uses information concerning culturally based needs of customers Takes basic steps to improve problems and bring solutions Works with other team members, leaders, and managements to seek and find solutions to problems and improve work processes Team player Consistently works with team members and leadership to meet goals and objectives Presents a positive image by meeting dress code requirements Supports and participates in performance improvement to improve customer service and/or organizational performance Communicates with all customers and team members in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear, concise and simple Resources Management Performance Improvement Manages time in a resourceful manner to meet the needs and objectives of the department and completion of job assignments Manages supply delivery so as to reduce any waste Operates equipment in compliance with training processes and manufacturers Job Specific Knowledge Verifies accuracy of supply boxes to acceptance of load to be delivered. Responsible for daily inspection and cleaning of vehicle being used. Reports any problems to appropriate leader and/or manager. Responsible for completing all necessary paperwork pertaining to deliveries; as well as, driver logs and inspection reports. Knowledge required to do the job, in a safe amp; efficient manner while following proper procedures and processes Seeks opportunities to expand and apply job knowledge Completes other duties as directed by leadership Required Minimum Education: or equivalent Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
  • Georgia Driver's License
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: experience in a transportation setting preferred Required Minimum Skills: Two years safe driving record and a current Georgia Drivers license. If required, must be able to obtain a special licensing. Must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, follow specific instructions.

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