Transportation Administrative Clerk

THE COMPANY
Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting for a Transportation Administrative Clerk. Our client is located in Surrey and transports regular cargo, high value commodities and hazardous goods to the US and Mexico. They carry specialized certifications to ensure the safety and proper handling of cargo when it crosses the border.
THE TASKS
Responsible for US south/northbound transportation documentation and data entry:
Receive and check documents
Process bills of lading
Create trips
Generate split trip documentation
Request documents and certificates for special commodities
Take driver calls and questions
Update shipment status throughout the day
Adhere to compliance at all times
Input data into CLI and AS400 transportation software
YOU
Have some transportation or customs experience; it would be nice.
But more importantly, you have a great attitude!
Are a part-time logistics student and looking for your full-time co-op
Flexible and able to adjust mid-stream
Are exact, accurate and precise
Work well with on your own and with your team
THE CULTURE & YOU
The team (30 internal staff and 50 drivers) is fun and the atmosphere is casual, yet professional. That said, the transportation industry comes with serious responsibilities and safety is at the top of the ranking. There are 3 teams (CSR, north bound and southbound) and you will be part of a close knit team of 4-6 people.
Communication is crucial, especially when it comes to dealing with drivers and co-workers in other parts of Canada and - at times - clients in the US and Mexico. You are passionate, articulate and a thinker. You understand processes and quickly get why freight moves the way it does. Much like an inquisitive 2 year old, you're a WHY kind of person. You don't blindly accept that is `has always been done this way.' You troubleshoot and want to improve procedures; you are ready to take action, offer ideas and possible solutions.
COMPENSATION
$16.00-19.00 per hour
Our client wants you to grow and this is just a starting point. There is much room for development and career advancement. YOU could be the next team leader and work into an operations role. This is a permanent role and Are you ready for the challenge?
IMPORTANT - 3 schedules available (40 hour work week)
1. Data entry night schedule 10:30 pm to 7:00 am
2. Southbound afternoon schedule 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm start to 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm end
3. Northbound afternoon schedule 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm start to 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm end
* A criminal check is part of the hiring process.
APPLY
Please email your resume attached in a Word document to:
jobs.deltabc@gmail.com
Please quote "Transportation Admin Clerk" in the subject line.

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