Travel Coordinator at Transport Management Services – Chattanooga, Tennessee

The Travel Coordinator is responsible for managing travel arrangement needs for professional driver and non-driver hires as needed ensuring cost-effective and seamless travel experiences. This role will collaborate with recruiters, orientation, and recruiting leadership to optimize travel solutions while adhering to company policies and budget. This role will also be responsible for completing verifications of employment for drivers who are scheduled for orientation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for booking hotels, rental cars, and other transportation as needed from terminal locations as well as interview sites.
• Act as a liaison between the enterprise and third-party travel company as needed.
• Responsible for recording data accurately in company tracking systems.
• Reports necessary summary information out to stakeholders on daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Responsible for keeping travel within the given budget.
• Must use independent judgement on best mode of transport for team member satisfaction and cost effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Customer Service attitude; approachability; flexibility; great communicator; ability to work with many different personalities.
• Work in TMW, Excel, Uber, Lyft, Certify, CLC site, Flix Bus site.
• Exemplary levels of initiative, engagement, and integrity.
• Ability to effectively manage routine tasks and spontaneous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a customer service setting preferred.
• Prior experience working with dispatch software a plus.
• Transportation experience preferred.

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

• Expected Pay Range: $17.00-$19.33
• Full Pay Range: $17.00-$26.67
• Pay Grade: 5
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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