Job Details

Purpose: This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of the logistics transportation activity is to maintain; inventory and service Red Cross owned vehicles and track all vehicles used on a disaster relief operation. The role of the transportation service associate is to complete assigned tasks successfully. Tasks are associated with the key responsibilities below.

Responsibilities and expectations include but are not limited to:

Register and track vehicles used on the DRO electronically.

Obtain and/or deliver rental vehicles (vans, box trucks, etc.) as requested to DRO work sites and

return to rental vendor.

Courier and deliver/pick up supplies, mail, etc. between DRO work sites.

Qualifications:

Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.

Ability to receive and follow directions, work independently and with a team.

Computer skills desirable-spreadsheet (Excel).

Good organizational skills, responsible and punctual.

Ability to assist other activities in the delivery and return of vehicles and with mail procedures and

processes.

Ability to implement Transportation Management Standards and Procedures and follow associated

job tools including reporting requirements.

Ability to inspect and operate vehicles and to separate and deliver packages.

Ability to work with Mass Care on the tracking of ERVs.

Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Action Oriented

Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Values Differences

Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Is able to:

Sit for 2 hour periods

Spend hours writing, reading small print or working on the computer

Speak clearly on phone and in person

Climb two or more flights of stairs

Drive in day time and at night

Development Opp: Become proficient in Transportation entry tasks. Once proficient, career development to

supervisory/management positions and ability to go to disaster beyond the region.

Training: See the Disaster Responder Training Requirements document for current training requirements.