Transportation Associate

MSI is a premier supplier specializing in high-quality flooring tiles, countertops, wall and backsplash tiles, and hardscaping surface products across North America. Established in 1975 and headquartered in Orange, California, MSI has significantly expanded its footprint with over 50 state-of-the-art showrooms and distribution centers spread throughout the United States and Canada. MSI's extensive product catalog features premium materials such as granite, quartz, porcelain, luxury vinyl flooring, slate, marble, travertine, sandstone, limestone, quartzite, onyx, stacked stone, and pavers sourced internationally from more than 36 countries across six continents. The company has earned numerous prestigious accolades including recognition as one of the top 5 fastest growing companies by the OC Business Journal, multiple awards as the number one flooring distributor by Floor Covering Weekly, Supplier Diversity Award from Home Depot, and several Top Workplaces awards. The founder of MSI was also honored with the Entrepreneur of the Year award by Ernst and Young. MSI is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, military status, religion, disability, or other legally protected categories. Reasonable accommodations are offered to ensure all employees and applicants can perform their roles effectively.

The Transportation Associate position at MSI is an entry-level role within the rapidly growing transportation department supporting the administrative needs of MSI's private fleet operations spanning 54 locations nationwide. This full-time role, requiring Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with occasional Saturdays, offers competitive compensation ranging between $22 to $25 per hour, and includes overtime pay at one and a half times the base rate. New hires typically earn between $59,000 and $65,000 annually, with potential earnings influenced by experience, overtime, and bonuses. The Transportation Associate is responsible for a wide array of support functions including fleet compliance, accurate recordkeeping, vendor coordination, and interdepartmental communication to keep fleet operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include managing vehicle files, registrations, permits, and maintenance tracking, auditing fleet management data, handling transportation inquiries, assisting in fleet projects, and ensuring adherence to state and federal transportation regulations. The role demands someone with exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. Candidates are encouraged to bring proficiency in Microsoft Office software and a customer-service mindset to assist both internal and external stakeholders. Prior experience in related administrative, logistics, or transportation environments is a plus but not mandatory. MSI emphasizes growth and development opportunities for individuals eager to advance their careers within the transportation and fleet management spheres. This role is ideal for a proactive, dependable candidate who thrives in fast-paced settings and values accuracy and efficiency in managing multiple priorities.