CDL Driver/TMO Specialist

About the role

The CDL Driver/Traffic Management Specialist arranges the shipment of Pre-positioned GPMS cargo to various worldwide destinations via Air, Land, and Sea. Incumbent must comply with all applicable International and Federal Transportation Laws, Regulations, Tariffs and Department of Defense guidance.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and accepts documentation for outbound cargo offered for shipment in the Defense Transportation System (DTS) for completeness, Transportation Account Code, accuracy, Hazardous/Classified, or ITAR certification.
• Processes verifies Nomenclature, Hazard Class, Quantity, and inspect outbound cargo offered for transportation.
• Properly classifies freight, selects commodity codes, selects most efficient mode of shipment, and controls obligations for government transportation funds.
• Inspects Hazardous Materials to ensure proper packaging, marking, labeling, documentation and certification in accordance with applicable Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• Selects and initiates contact with local carriers to arrange appropriate transport equipment for containers, classified, sensitive, hazardous, or outsized shipments.
• Uses automated computer systems and programs to process and document all freight.
• Prepares all required shipping documents for data input to CMOS/GATES, assigns Transportation Control Numbers, produces labels, issues truck manifest for general/hazardous cargo, Maintains Manifest logs.
• Accurately inputs the Transportation Control Numbers, Transportation Accounting Codes, consignor and consignee codes and other essential transportation data into the Cargo Movement and Operations System (CMOS) and or Global Acquisition and Transportation Execution System (GATES).
• Performs Port Handling and Inland Transportation (PHIT) duties as designated Work Monitor for Inbound and Outbound Line Haul Subcontractor trucks.
• Inspects and documents each shipment for contract compliance on a Customer Service Survey form.
• Performs Host Country Customs Clearances and liaisons with Military and Host country Ministries on Import and Export for Border Customs Clearances, Airport Customs Clearances, and Seaport Clearances.
• Loads/unloads all 463L pallets, 40-foot and 20-foot sea van commercial/military containers and 40-foot Flat bed/Low bed trucks.
• Processes passengers for air transportation, handle baggage, load/offload aircraft.
• Completes security checks of passengers and baggage.
• Operates MHE, wide body loaders, and cranes.
• Safely transports and handles explosives.
• Prioritizes and schedules work assignments of subordinate personnel.
• Implements, documents and controls quality, training, environment, and safety programs.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in related field.
• Work experience in freight acceptance, preparation, processing, inspection, documentation, and handling procedures is required.
• Must have completed training to prepare, certify and or inspect Hazardous Materials for Air Transportation IAW AFMAN 24-204, currency not required.
• Qualified to operate Material Handling Equipment e.g., 4K, 6K, 10K/10K AT Forklift, pallet jacks.
• Knowledge of palletizing cargo on single, multiple/married 463L pallets using side and top nets, straps, chains, and devices for restraint.
• Knowledge of aircraft cargo loading/unloading and cargo tie-down restraint procedures.
• Must be proficient in computer skills and capable of using programs for cargo operations and office administration including DPAS, CMOS, and ILSS.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

Must meet all physical, medical, and psychological requirements of customer contract. Working environment will be both office and outdoor settings which individual can be exposed to extreme weather conditions for an extended period of time.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance