Surveyor/Yard Coordinator
Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.
Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.
Job Type: Full Time
Location: BC Delta – CN066
JOB SUMMARY
The Yard Coordinator/Surveyor is responsible for assisting drivers in locating and inspecting vehicles, reporting damages, pulling cars for dealers and private customers, and keeping inventory of all vehicles in the yard. This is an ourdoor job and the Surveyor/Yard Coordinator must be willing to work in all weather conditions. Duties also include assisting the office staff in answering telephones and serving walk-in customers with courtesy and a genuine desire to assist them.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspect vehicles for transport damage either from rail or truck
Complete inspection reports on vehicles and notify the customer, CN Rail or alert claims department as required
Write up rail sheets and damage reports
Park cars for deliveries or pull up vehicles for customer pick up
Work with vendors on loading issues that affect the flow of vehicles
Complete inventory daily
Coordinate with office on the status of non-runner cars including calling mechanic for repairs
Prepare loads for incoming truck transportation
Ensure that vehicles are in running condition including an emergency brake check.
Alert office of rail offloads and ensure paperwork is accurate
Correctly paper all vehicles and park appropriately
Pick up vehicles from vendors
Provide office reception work as required
Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Adhere to established policies and procedures
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Must have clean driving record and reliable transportation.
Ability to reflect a professional company image
Good mechanical aptitude
Proven customer service skills
Proficient in written and spoken English
Strong attention to detail
Basic computer skills for tracking inventory
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Health and Safety awareness
WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED
1 year of experienceEDUCATION
Required: High School/GED or equivalentCERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION
COMPETENCIES
AccountabilityBusiness Acumen and Straight TalkAgilityCustomer First FocusInclusion and CollaborationLeading and DevelopingLivingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
