Job Information
Ace Hardware Traffic Coordinator in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Compensation Details:
Starting range of $17.00- $20.00 per hour.
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
Weekly Pay
Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay). Newly hired full-time employees will receive a one-time pro-rated allocation of up to 24 hours of vacation in their first calendar year depending on the month of hire. Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state law. You will receive up to 9 holidays per year, depending on the month of hire.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 9.6% of total eligible compensation
Dock to Driver Program: Ace will pay for your CDL License and Training to provide a career path transition to a Driver position
Long-term Career Opportunities: Many of our leaders started with Ace looking for a job, just like you, but found long-term career opportunities at our 15 Distribution Centers across the country and our Corporate Headquarters. Our company is growing, and we would love to have you grow with us!
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Program
Merchandise Discounts on Top Brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.
Adoption cost reimbursement
Identity theft protection
* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies.
Job Description:
Hours: Sunday 3:00pm- 9:00pm; Monday- Thursday 10:00am- 7:00pm
Major Responsibilities:
Maintain driver qualification files using DQ file management software in accordance with DOT & FMSCA regulatory requirements.
Assist the logistics manager and traffic manager in maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and DOT rules & regulations and driver safety.
Collect all incident data and safety metrics for reporting.
Ensure and track completion of all safety training assigned by corporate or local RSC.
Supply data for DOT violations to management.
Conduct routine and follow-up safety and hazard inspections.
Maintain up-to-date permits and insurance information.
Perform data analysis on accident and violation information to determine focus area for remediation, prevention, and risk.
Responsible for handling all incidents in conjunction with the traffic manager or logistics manager.
Responsible for all reporting in accordance with corporate traffic safety and compliance requirements.
Maintain all records and ensure all files are correct and complete.
Accidents
Insurance claims
Tickets
Drug and alcohol testing
CSA scores
Driver clearinghouse
OSHA
Hours of Service
Conduct safety orientation with new drivers.
Process and maintain driver’s payroll files.
Review and submit driver payroll for approval by the traffic manager.
Perform quarterly payroll audits in conjunction with the traffic manager.
Responsible for performing daily audits of driver logs.
Responsible for maintaining department inventory and placing department orders as necessary.
Able to learn the route planning process using TMS software.
A successful candidate will demonstrate the following attributes:
Proactive self-starter who maintains a high level of integrity, is highly motivated, energetic and demonstrates a very strong work ethic.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Keen ability for details and follow through to completion to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a quick paced environment.
Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and freight load boards
Communicate operational issues to management and make recommendations when necessary.
Work directly with customers and drivers to arrange freight shipments, schedule transportation, resolve service issues, and secure profitable loads.
Monitor and review service reports daily to ensure on-time delivery.
Successful candidate should have at high school diploma or GED. Previous administrative and customer service experience is preferred.
We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 60 countries. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and have distribution capabilities in Ningbo, China; and Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com or newsroom.acehardware.com.