Job Title: Transport Agent (Primary or Secondary)
Location: East Hartford, Connecticut.
Type of Employment: Part-Time to Full-Time.
Seniority: Entry level.
The White Oak Bridge is the first Adult-Use Cannabis License Transporter operational in the new cannabis industry of Connecticut. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient transportation of cannabis products in our state. Our company is committed to providing prospective employees with a work environment that promotes safety, career growth and training, by encouraging responsibility, accountability, excellence and the highest standards in the services provided to our clients and partners. We are looking for motivated and reliable Transport Agents to join our team and help us achieve our mission.
About The Role:
We are seeking highly motivated and dependable Transport Agents to join our esteemed logistics team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the secure and timely transportation of cannabis products between licensed cannabis establishments, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining the highest standards of product integrity and security throughout the transport process. This role includes both primary and secondary transport responsibilities and demands exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to safety, and the capability to handle sensitive materials with the utmost responsibility. Please note this is a general application, and placement as a Primary or Secondary Transport Agent will be reflective of work experience.
Starting Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Transportation Coordination: Assist in the planning and execution of both primary and secondary transport operations, including the seamless movement of cannabis products from suppliers to warehouses and from warehouses to final destinations.
Route Planning: Collaborate in developing and optimizing transportation routes to ensure timely deliveries while minimizing costs and enhancing efficiency.
Schedule Management: Support the creation and management of transportation schedules, ensuring they meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all transportation activities strictly adhere to relevant safety regulations, legal requirements, and company policies.
Documentation: Maintain precise and comprehensive records of all transportation activities, including delivery logs, fuel usage, and vehicle maintenance reports.
Communication: Act as a key liaison between the logistics team and customers, providing timely updates and effectively addressing any issues or concerns.
Product Security: Uphold the integrity and security of cannabis products throughout the transport process, including the secure loading and unloading of products.
Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve transportation-related issues promptly, such as delays, vehicle breakdowns, or route deviations.
Support to Primary Transport Agents: Aid Primary Transport Agents in their duties and follow their guidance to ensure smooth and compliant transport operations.
Qualifications:
Age Requirements: At least 21 years of age.
Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Driver’s License: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Reliability: Demonstrated punctuality and dependability are critical.
Time Management: Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Attention to Detail: Exemplary accuracy in documentation, handling of products, and following instructions.
Commitment to Safety: Strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
Handling Sensitive Materials: Proven capacity to assume responsibility in managing cannabis products and related documentation.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of relevant transportation and cannabis regulations (training provided).
Entry Level: No prior experience necessary, although experience in logistics or transportation is advantageous.
Working Conditions:
Physical Requirements: Capability to lift and move packages up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment: Primarily working in and out of vehicles, with potential exposure to various weather conditions.
Travel: Frequent travel between licensed cannabis establishments.