DS and Breakdown Specialist - FT

Job description

Pay Range: $21.50 - $25.00 Hourly Who We Are: Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities . We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift. Job Responsibilities: What you will do Provide cross-functional Driver Support and On-road operational support by managing driver needs, equipment breakdowns, vendor coordination, repair authorizations, and service recovery activities to minimize downtime and support safe, efficient fleet operations. Receive and manage inbound driver calls, messages, and operational support requests. Assist drivers with breakdowns, service interruptions, emergency situations, load-related concerns, and transportation needs. Provide timely communication and updates to drivers while managing events through completion. Monitor active breakdowns and service events to minimize driver delays and equipment downtime. Coordinate roadside assistance, towing, repairs, and equipment recovery services. Authorize approved repairs, services, and operational expenses within established guidelines. Meet departmental performance, quality, and cost-control objectives. Provide cross-functional support between Driver Support and On-road operations. Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives. Copy and paste URL into browser to view full description: Qualifications: What you need to bring 6 months experience in Driver Support, Dispatch, Call Center Operations, Transportation, or a related operational support role required. Successful completion of Driver Support training and On-road Operations training required within 30 days of start date. Must possess exceptional communication and customer service skills. Must be able to negotiate effectively and support cost-conscious operational decisions. Must be able to quickly assess situations and gather appropriate information. Must be flexible and provide support to either function as business needs require. High School Diploma or equivalent, required. What we offer: Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors. Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities - We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back. Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement . We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate , thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters. The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.