Administrative Assistant

Hight Logistics

Posted 4 months ago

Full Time

Long Beach, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Supports the Safety Director in coordinating safety programs, maintaining compliance records, and monitoring regulatory reporting. Responsibilities include auditing driver qualification files, monitoring HOS, and ensuring the cleanliness and security of the yard and office facilities.

Qualifications

You have excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records. You should possess strong computer skills, particularly with MS Office/Google applications, and have a background in safety knowledge, including OSHA and DOT requirements. Experience in a transportation environment is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Osha

CalOsha

UIIA

Emodal

PDTR

Driver qualification file

DOT

FMCSA

MS Office

Google applications

HOS

Job Description

Job Summary: 

The Safety Administrative Assistant supports the Safety Director in the coordination and execution of the company’s safety programs and compliance initiatives. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate safety records, assisting with regulatory reporting, and ensuring timely communication of safety-related information across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a key role in promoting a culture of safety by providing administrative support, tracking incidents and training, and helping ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and company safety regulations.

Duties/Responsibilities: 

  • Assist with Osha and CalOsha safety compliance. 
  • Assist with maintaining UIIA, Emodal and PDTR systems.  
  • Assist with maintaining and auditing of Driver qualification file. (Annual expiration date of DQF requirements)  
  • Assist with maintaining equipment files and period inspections in accordance with DOT and FMCSA.  
  • Assist with monitoring and auditing carrier insurance and authority requirements.  
  • Monitor and respond to any security concerns while monitoring cameras and front office log-in tablet daily. Ensure cameras are functional and operational.  
  • Ensure both yards and office building areas are clean, and rooms are used for their purpose of design  
  • Go to Cota once a week on trash day to take out and return trash bins. Perform a walkthrough and make sure there are no tires, oil cans, or piling up around the yard.  
  • Assist with monitoring and ensuring optimal performance of charging stations, warehouses, and office facilities. 
  • Conduct regular safety audits, training programs, and inspections for drivers and fleet maintenance staff.   
  • Monitoring drivers' HOS to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding rest breaks, driving hours, and time off.  
  • Make sure the yard is clean, organized, and in great shape. 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: 

Preferred 1 years’ experience in a transportation environment, A background in safety knowledge ( OSHA & DOT requirements), 

Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing tasks, recognizing gaps and maintaining records, 

Ability to work well with peers and external vendors with strong customer service and relational skills, 

Great customer service verbal, and written communication skills, 

Strong computer and technology skills including proficiency in MS Office/Google applications.

Ability to hold multiple projects and routine tasks simultaneously.  

Physical Requirements  

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed. 
  • Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and climbing ladders. 
  • Prolonged sitting, routine lifting and bending, routine walking throughout the yard daily. 

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Time 
  • 401k employer contribution

Hight Logistics

Hight Logistics was founded in 2011 by Rudy Diaz, a long-time drayage professional with a vision to elevate the standards of service in the industry while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Today, we take pride in being a trusted partner for our clients – delivering exceptional results while actively contributing to the well-being of our planet. With a fleet of electric vehicles and global partnerships focused on environmental stewardship, we're committed to making a positive impact. Strategically situated in Long Beach, Hight specializes in port drayage – servicing California, Arizona, Nevada and Utah through the ports of Long Beach, Los Angeles and Oakland. Other services include: • Cross dock • Transloads • Warehousing • Container storage • Flexi-tank fitting We also own and operate more than 300 chassis, including tank chassis and tri-axle chassis. Clients have come to recognize that Hight Logistics will do whatever it takes to meet their needs, whether we have to find additional yard space for containers, push back against per-diem charges or go the extra mile to provide visibility and on-time delivery. The Hight team is committed to delivering excellent results for our clients. Our mission is to provide exceptional service to our customers through the safe and timely delivery of their containers. We pride ourselves on ensuring prompt resolution of any issues that may arise and take proactive measures to prevent delays or disruptions in their supply chain. We are committed to making sure that no container is left behind!
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