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Logistics Coordinator (Drayage / Freight)

Houston, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Must have experience in freight, drayage, or logistics coordination * A leadership action-oriented problem solver. Process improvement oriented with priority setting and able to handle multiple ...

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Logistics Coordinator (Drayage / Freight)

Houston, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Must have experience in freight, drayage, or logistics coordination * A leadership action-oriented problem solver. Process improvement oriented with priority setting and able to handle multiple ...

Hellmann

Coordinator, Drayage Operations

Houston, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Through measurement and analysis of drayage operations, identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost reduction. Identify best practices throughout North America for quality control ...

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Owner Operator

Carrizo Springs, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in Laredo, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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CDL A - Owner Operator

Zapata, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in Laredo, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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CDL A - Owner Operator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in San Antonio, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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Owner Operator

Laredo, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in Laredo, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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Owner Operator

Dallas, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in Dallas, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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Owner Operator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

STG Drayage is growing its intermodal and drayage network and looking to contract with experienced Owner-Operators in San Antonio, TX and surrounding port and rail markets. If you're looking for ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average weekly pay for drayage in Texas is $1,419.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,101.92 and $1,611.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is drayage?

A drayage job involves transporting freight over short distances, typically between ports, rail yards, and distribution centers. Drayage drivers handle containerized cargo, often moving shipments from ships or trains to their next destination. This type of trucking is essential in the supply chain, ensuring goods transition smoothly between different modes of transport. Drayage jobs require specialized equipment, such as chassis to haul shipping containers. Drivers usually operate within a specific region, making it a crucial yet localized part of freight logistics.

What does a drayage worker do?

Drayage professionals are responsible for the short-haul movement of cargo containers between ports, rail terminals, warehouses, and distribution centers. On a typical day, you may coordinate pickup and delivery schedules, inspect and secure loads, handle required documentation, and communicate with dispatchers and facility personnel to resolve any issues or delays. The role requires careful attention to timing and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You’ll also spend a significant portion of your day driving and navigating port or urban environments, often working independently but with ongoing coordination with your team and customers.

What skills and qualifications are needed for drayage?

To thrive in drayage, a strong knowledge of freight logistics, transportation regulations, and efficient route planning is essential, often supported by a commercial driver's license (CDL) and experience with container handling. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), GPS tracking devices, and port-specific software is commonly required. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help drayage professionals excel when coordinating with customers, dispatchers, and terminal staff. These skills are crucial to ensure timely and compliant cargo transfers, minimize delays, and maintain smooth operations in a fast-paced logistics environment.

How do I get into drayage?

To get into drayage, you typically need a commercial driver's license (CDL) and experience driving heavy trucks. Knowledge of logistics, transportation regulations, and the use of equipment like chassis and containers is also important. Entry-level positions may require a clean driving record and the ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment.

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Drayage Operations Coordinator

Irving, TX • On-site

PrimeSource Building Products
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees

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Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job description - Drayage Operation Coordinator
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Drayage operation coordinator will be responsible for monitoring and managing inbound containers for company's network. The Drayage Coordinator position is responsible for tracking and scheduling the inland drayage portion of import container movements from port or rail ramp to DCs and customer's warehouse. This position will work with the members of other drayage operation team and import team to service with timely arranging containers. Drayage coordinator will report to drayage manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None

Responsibilities:
  • Monitor and manage the drayage process of shipment movement
  • Manage relationships with selected drayage carriers and internal/external customers
  • Actively communicate with shipping lines, truckers, freight receivers and internal related parties including supply chain planners.
  • Share daily container delivery schedules with drayage carriers and distribution centers
  • Analyze, create, edit, track and trace select service providers such as drayage carriers, rail companies, rail terminals
  • Able to analyze service and cost data for actions or recommendations for business improvement
  • Monitor account issues and communicate/liaison with management to implement/drive solutions
  • Document corrective actions and improvement plans properly and verify plan's effectiveness.
  • Perform other job-related duties as required

Requirements/Qualifications:
  • Strong understanding of international transportation (especially ocean shipping)
  • Experience in establishing a transport plan that can optimize loading rate, transport time and logistics cost
  • Ability to manage within goals by considering in time, budget and business objectives
  • Analytical/focused/data-driven coupled with creative problem-solving skills
  • Strong cross-functional teamwork, collaboration, interpersonal, with excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and other applications
  • Prioritization skill, able to shift focus to urgent issues while not falling behind on other duties
  • Handle high pressure and fast-paced operations as needed

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent experience preferred

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
  • Must be detail oriented, highly reliable and efficient
  • Hard-working, dedicated and focused on achieving results
  • Ability to work independently as well as with partners in a dynamic environment
  • Enthusiastic team player always willing to assist other and support the team

PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is fully committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, religion, age, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information and other non-merit factors. All persons shall be afforded equal employment opportunity at PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.
PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. prohibits discrimination in all aspects of its personnel policies, program practices and operations and relationships with employees and applicants, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring and merit promotion. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. promotes programs of affirmative recruitment and employment at all levels of PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. subscribes to, and will implement to the full extent, all applicable laws that promote equality of opportunity.
PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.

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