Transportation Coordinator

Job Title: Transportation Coordinator Job Description
Schedule and dispatch drivers, vehicles, or equipment to appropriate locations according to customer requests, specifications, or needs. Monitor and track transportation activities using GPS and dispatch software. Communicate with drivers, customers, and other departments to ensure timely deliveries and resolve issues. Maintain accurate records of dispatch times, routes, mileage, fuel usage, and delivery confirmations. Prepare and process transportation documentation such as bills of lading, invoices, and compliance reports. Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company safety policies. Assist in route planning and optimization to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Provide administrative support including data entry, filing, and reporting. Respond to emergency calls and coordinate appropriate responses.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and dispatch drivers, vehicles, or equipment based on customer needs.
- Monitor transportation activities using GPS and dispatch software.
- Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and departments to ensure timely deliveries.
- Maintain accurate records of dispatch times, routes, mileage, fuel usage, and delivery confirmations.
- Prepare and process transportation documentation such as bills of lading and invoices.
- Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company safety policies.
- Assist in route planning and optimization to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Provide administrative support including data entry, filing, and reporting.
- Respond to emergency calls and coordinate appropriate responses.
Essential Skills
- 2-3 years of dispatch experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including basic Excel skills.
- Strong skills in transportation logistics and administrative support.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Diploma required.
- Knowledge in the use of dispatch and transportation administration software.
Work Environment
This position requires working on-site from Tuesday to Saturday, with shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM. The role includes training on night shifts as well. There is an opportunity to potentially transition to a permanent position based on company budget and projections.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Capitol Heights, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Capitol Heights,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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