Permit Specialist
About the role
This full‑time position based at Roehl Transport’s Marshfield, WI headquarters supports the movement of America’s freight by obtaining permits, preparing quotes, and assisting with over‑dimensional loads. The specialist provides drivers with permits and detailed instructions, and works to maintain strong relationships with drivers and operations staff.
Responsibilities
- Assist in obtaining permits for over‑dimensional loads, including arranging escorts and explaining permit procedures and general route information.
- Prepare quotes for permit services.
- Collaborate with customer service and operations staff on routing and general permit questions.
- Explain Canadian customs and routing procedures to drivers.
- Maintain permit‑related databases.
- Work with state and provincial authorities to secure necessary permits.
- Provide permits and detailed instructions to drivers regarding over‑dimensional loads.
Qualifications
- Experience managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
- Ability to plan and organize work with minimal supervision.
- Team‑player mindset with a willingness to assist other team members.
- Strong judgment, proven problem‑solving, analysis, and decision‑making skills.
- Ability to read and interpret road maps.
- High attention to detail.
- Flexibility to handle changing priorities and ability to prioritize workload effectively.
Company Overview
Roehl Transport was founded in 1962 and remains family‑owned, growing into one of the nation’s largest, most progressive, and safest transportation and logistics companies. With over 2,800 employees, the company is headquartered in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and operates additional offices in Appleton, WI; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Phoenix, AZ; and Dallas, TX. Roehl provides truckload service throughout the United States and Canada, serving more than 8,800 customers, including many nationally recognized brands. The carrier has earned accolades such as the 2018 Forbes Magazine Best Mid‑Sized Employer award and the ATA President’s Award.