Roadside Support Specialist

Position Functions:

• Receive, document, and resolve incoming driver-reported maintenance issues.
• Triage over-the-road breakdowns to identify the safest and most efficient resolution.
• Make safe and cost-effective decisions to facilitate quick repairs to maximize equipment utilization
• Receive management approval for repair expenditures as needed.
• Quickly escalate more complex repair issues to appropriate team members.
• Secure service for road repairs.
• Respond to after-hours calls as needed.
• Assist drivers in all breakdown situations locally and OTR.
• Set up road calls and direct drivers to authorized repair facilities.
• Ensure all DOT/FMCSA regulations, local, state, and internal company procedures and standards are followed.
• Follow-up regarding repair completion and payment as needed.
• Maintain working knowledge of DOT and company safety regulations.
• Build familiarity with mechanical terminology, standard repair times and costs, and the technical platforms/systems used in daily operations.
• Stay current on incoming emails; respond promptly and professionally to drivers, vendors, and internal partners.
• Communicate clearly and accurately via phone, email, and vendor portals.
• Develop strong awareness of U.S. geography, terminal locations, and relevant local and state regulations.
• Document all maintenance events thoroughly and accurately in company systems.
• Review repair estimates and negotiate when necessary to ensure cost control and proper repair decisions.
• Enter accurate data documentation that is needed by the maintenance department as well as supporting teams such as Parts and Warranty that work based off your notes.
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and one-on-one feedback sessions; accept constructive criticism and apply it to improve performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.
• Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.
• Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.

Perform other duties as requested by leadership