Logistics Coordinator (Heavy Haul)
2026-16499
Category
Supply Chain/Procurement
Position Type
Full-Time Regular
US-PA-Canonsburg
About Us
MTS Quanta, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) company, has a rich history spanning over a century, providing transportation and logistics solutions. Our current mission is focused on expanding this legacy to encompass specialty logistics for infrastructure contractors across various sectors. We specialize in the procurement, warehousing, and transportation of materials across diverse modes of transportation - land, rail, and water. This comprehensive approach enables us to adeptly address the material challenges faced by our clients, including several Quanta Services companies.
Our journey, which began with mule teams in Texas, has seen a remarkable transformation. From transporting pipe in Alaska to expanding our operations globally, we have continually adapted and grown. At the heart of our service is a deep understanding of the risks our clients face. We don't just provide logistics; we offer solutions that help manage and mitigate these risks, ensuring the success of our clients' projects.
We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.
About this Role
Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to serve as an on-site logistics representative supporting the transportation and shipment of large power and utility equipment.
This role serves as the primary communication link between manufacturing operations, project management, engineering, transportation providers, and MTS operations. The Logistics Coordinator will support heavy-haul transportation, rail logistics, shipment planning, documentation, and loading activities while ensuring project schedules and shipment information remain aligned across all stakeholders.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the primary logistics point of contact for project managers, engineering teams, transportation providers, and manufacturing personnel
- Coordinate outbound shipments including rail, heavy-haul, and specialty transportation moves
- Maintain and update shipment schedules, load boards, and project tracking systems to ensure alignment across stakeholders
- Attend production and planning meetings to monitor shipment readiness and communicate schedule updates
- Coordinate carrier assignments, railcar scheduling, permits, and transportation resources required for project execution
- Prepare and issue shipping documentation including delivery orders, bills of lading, permits, and shipment records
- Liaise with engineering teams to obtain and review shipping drawings, dimensions, and transportation requirements
- Supervise loading activities and verify shipments are loaded and secured in accordance with approved transportation plans
- Prepare loading reports, shipment documentation, and photographic records for project and customer use
- Support cost tracking, logistics reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives related to transportation operations
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Technology, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered
- 3–5 years of experience supporting project freight, heavy-haul logistics, industrial shipping, manufacturing logistics, or transportation coordination
- Experience with oversize/overweight (OS/OW) transportation, permitting, and route coordination
- Working knowledge of rail freight operations, specialty railcar movements, and industrial cargo transportation
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, shipping dimensions, center-of-gravity diagrams, and load plans
- Experience utilizing transportation management systems (TMS), Excel, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Preferred
- Experience supporting transformer, utility, substation, power generation, or other large industrial equipment logistics
- Familiarity with heavy-haul securement requirements, rail loading procedures, and industrial cargo transportation
- Prior experience working within a manufacturing, fabrication, or EPC environment
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus
What You'll Get
As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
- Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
- Short term and long term benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
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Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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