POSITION SUMMARY
Junior Contractor Consultants work to onboard, counsel, and ultimately retain contractors in the LP program that are providing capacity to the approved carrier. They will be a primary advocate for the contractor and will ensure their satisfaction while their contract is current.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Establish and maintain relationships with the contractor group.
- Assist the contractor throughout the Orientation process.
- Proactively communicate in order to retain the contractor once onboarded.
- Counsel the contractor in areas such as, but not limited to, financial budgeting, trip planning, and fuel management.
- Stay current on prospective leads by monitoring and maintaining lead producing platforms.
- Converse with candidates to obtain information on driving history, training, education, and skills.
- Maintain current knowledge of EEO, ADA, and DOT requirements.
- Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant criteria.
- Contact candidates to inform them of contract possibilities, consideration, and selection.
- Inform potential applicants about facilities, operations, and opportunities.
- Validate reference and background checks on candidates.
- Address civic and social groups and attend conferences to disseminate information concerning possible opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QualificationsSKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent; required
Experience:
- 6+ months of administrative experience; preferred
Computer Skills:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; preferred
- AS400 experience; a plus
- Driver Reach experience; a plus
- Ability to learn and use proprietary software; a plus
Essential Skills:
- Ability to professionally work with a diverse group of internal and external individuals.
- Strong, clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to details and recording keeping is detail oriented.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Transportation Industry.
- Proactive mindset and strong personal accountability.
- Ability to handle high stress, fast paced environment.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance after 60 days
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness options
- 401(k) & Roth IRA
- Immediate Accrued Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Holiday Pay
- Sick Pay
The family feel is real!
We have built an entire trucking family based on our core values – put people first, explore possibilities, lead the way, and in it together. It is a culture that starts with family ownership and reaches across WEL Companies, from new truck drivers to warehouse workers to shop tractor and trailer technicians to office staff. We then elevate that positive base that enhance lifestyles and drive loyalty from top to bottom.
Culture – YOU belong here
Communication. Relationships. Accessibility. When your part of the WEL Companies team, you are treated like family. Many trucking companies do a decent job with logistics, technology, and compensation. We can do all that, and more … because the value of a positive, supportive open-door culture is priceless.
About WEL Companies, Inc.
In 1975 Wally Tielens and his son, Bruce had a simple vision for a family business that quickly grew into an industry leading refrigerated trucking business. What began as a two-truck business soon blossomed into more than 400 trucks and 700 trailers that provide award winning nationwide service to some of the largest companies in the food, beverage, and dairy industries.
- Certified for ELDT training with the FMCSA in Wisconsin and Florida
- SmartWay Transport Partner & Recognized by The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Ranked in the top 15 of Fueloyal.com Top 25 Refrigerated Companies
- Home to 62 members of the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Presidents Safe Drivers Club
- Top 250 Fleets in America – Commercial Carrier Journal
- 2022 Premier Carrier – FourKites
- Tyson Foods 2022 Premier Carrier of the Year
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of the transportation industry
- Professional communication with diverse internal and external individuals
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and record keeping
- Strong organizational skills
- Proactive mindset and personal accountability
- Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
- At least six months of administrative experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- AS400 experience
- Driver Reach experience
- Ability to learn and use proprietary software
What We Do
WEL Companies, Inc. is a family-owned refrigerated trucking company founded in 1975. It provides nationwide transportation services for major food, beverage, and dairy companies. From an initial two-truck operation, the business has grown to more than 400 trucks and 700 trailers, supported by driver training, fleet safety programs, and logistics capabilities. Its operations also include warehouse workers, technicians, drivers, and administrative staff.
