Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Washington

A Transportation Coordinator in the logistics industry is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all transportation operations. The role involves organizing schedules, tracking shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving any logistical problems that arise. They are also responsible for maintaining communication and relationships with freight carriers, vendors, and clients to ensure the smooth running of operations. To excel in this role, a Transportation Coordinator should have strong organizational, communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

To prepare for this role, interested individuals often start off in positions such as Logistics Clerk, Dispatch Operator or Freight Broker, which provide essential experience in the logistics field. In terms of qualifications, a degree in business, logistics or a related field is typically required. Certain certifications such as the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) credential or the Transportation and Logistics Certification (CTL) can be beneficial and give candidates a competitive edge. Knowledge of logistics software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also usually necessary.

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Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver - Seattle, WA - Monday-Friday 5:00pm-1:30am**Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required We will provide you a career with a leader in the...

2024-2025 - Substitute Transportation Specialist

  • Lacey, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lacey, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Employment Begins 2024-2025 School Year TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST (BUS DRIVER) STANDARD POSTION DESCRIPTION Classification: Transportation Specialist Location: Service Center Reports to:...

Mechanic Coordinator - Transportation (250425001)

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 2 days ago

This position is 8 hours/day, 260 days/year. BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 100-C JOB DESCRIPTION - MECHANIC/COORDINATOR The Mechanic/Coordinator will perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance...

Senior Transportation Planner

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Position Description At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we dont just move peoplewe connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city. With a bold vision...

Transportation Planner, Associate

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago

Join us in shaping Seattles streets! At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we dont just move peoplewe connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city....

Transportation Specialist Lead, LTL

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 days ago

Amazons Transportation Operations team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation Lead Specialist to assist in the management of daily freight movements flowing into and out of our...

Transport Specialist

  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 9 days ago

Transport Specialist Job #: req32856 Organization: World Bank Sector: Transportation Grade: GF Term Duration: 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: International Recruitment Location: Washington,...

Associate Transportation Planner I / II

  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 days ago

Associate Transportation Planner I / II SPOKANE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL (SRTC) Spokane, WA United States URL: srtc/careers/ Email: ggriffinsrtc Other: Submit a resume and cover letter to...

Transportation Operations Manager

  • Fife, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fife, WA
  • 11 days ago

Overview The Transportation Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing operations, ensuring that freight is loaded or unloaded in accordance with established safety and cost standards,...

Operations Coordinator

  • Redmond, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 11 days ago

Operations - Production Planning - Individual ContributorJob Description Develop and implement production build plans by considering sales order priorities, material availability, cost, and...

Dock Operations Coordinator I Tacoma Shipyard

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 days ago

Description Trident Seafoods is the largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company in North America. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA-owned company with...

Transportation Planner

  • Pasco, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 12 days ago

Darigold is looking for a Transportation Planner to join our Bulk Milk Transportation team. As one of the largest farmer-owned co-ops and leaders in the dairy industry in the US, we have long...

Driver/Patient Transportation Coordinator - PACE/Elderplace

  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago

Driver/Patient Transportation Coordinator - PACE/Elderplace Providence St....

Field Dispatch Coordinator

  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 14 days ago

Business Unit: Cubic Transportation Systems Company Details: Cubic offers an opportunity to provide innovative technology for government and commercial customers around the globe, helping to solve...

Driver/Patient Transportation Coordinator - PACE/Elderplace

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago

The Transportation Coordinator picks up and delivers geriatric, frail and/or physically limited Elder Place participants to and from their destinations in regular or specially equipped vehicles, depending...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.3%
Master's Degree
13.5%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Coordinators in Washington
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
4-6 years
20.8%
None
20.8%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
6-8 years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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