Logistics Communication Specialist Co-op - Delta, Canada - AQUATRANS DISTRIBUTORS INC

AQUATRANS DISTRIBUTORS INC

Verified Company

Delta, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Us

At Aquatrans, our success begins with our people. That's why we invest heavily in training, development, and retention to ensure that we find and maintain the best fit for our company. We provide a work environment that allows our employees to excel in what they do. From wearing what you're most comfortable in, to us providing your favourite snacks and coffee all day long our employees' happiness and comfort is the basis of our success.
We pride ourselves on our open company culture; we're progressive and evolving daily. Most importantly we truly enjoy our work and the environment that we work in
We are a specialty service, truck carrier located in Delta, B.C. who provides general cargo, refrigerated and bulk commodity transportation throughout the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, and Washington State. We are a busy and growing company and are dedicated to providing excellent service to all of our customers and our team makes this happen From Truck Drivers to Accounts Receivable, our dynamic and supportive team carries out Aquatrans' success.

Nature of Position:

Temporary, fulltime position (May August Monday
Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.
Must be available to work in the Aquatrans office located in Delta, B.C., 5 days per week. Remote work is not available.

What

You'll

Do

As our Logistics Communication Specialist Coop, you will have the unique opportunity to work directly with and learn from the Communications Team at Aquatrans. Over the coop term you will practice using your excellent communication skills to help create and maintain strong relationships with our drivers and customers. The successful coop student will also use strong multitasking skills to provide support in a fast paced, high call volume office environment while also completing operational and data entry tasks.

You will:

Work directly with our Communications Team to connect frequently with drivers and customers to create and maintain strong relationships
Communicate and check in with customers to provide updates, answer questions, etc.
Process and communicate work orders, messages, and information to or from drivers, supervisors, and customers.
Receive and process transportation requirement requests from customers
Book pick up and delivery appointments with customers
Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery to ensure loads are completed
Collect and audit paperwork and driver envelopes to ensure accuracy
Provide accurate, uptodate information regarding any shipment when requested by a customer, manager, etc.
Advise drivers and customers about traffic problems such as construction areas, accidents, congestion, weather conditions, and other hazards
Report safety concerns or damage from drivers, customers, etc. for resolution
Enter and manage information in our inhouse software
Adhere to corporate and departmental policies and procedures
Performs other duties as required

What You Need to Get the Job Done

Bachelors degree in progress
Be active in your coop program
Must be in good standing with your accrediting university
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
Able to work well under pressure and maintain calmness
Flexible, ability to deal with change
Very organized, with excellent multitasking and problemsolving skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude

What

You'll

Love About UsGreat Company Culture**
. Our workplace is an open, engaging, and welcoming environment. We have snacks, coffee, tea, and more for whatever helps you work your best-
Meaningful work. We offer autonomy - be in control of your own choices. Complexity - you can master new skills and improve. Team environment - have support around you for when you need it.-
Fair and competitive wages. We offer the best for our employees with room for advancement opportunities.
Monday-Friday

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM