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Road Runner

LTL freight carrier with metro routes

OS&D Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$18.50/hr
Junior
Commerce, CA, USA
In PersonOnsite in Commerce, California.
Warehouse & FulfillmentShipping & Receiving
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required, along with 2+ years of OS&D, freight operations, or customer service experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed to engage customers and internal teams.
  • Intermediate computer proficiency is required, including email, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • The role requires solid math aptitude, including basic arithmetic, ratios, and data interpretation.
  • The role requires organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • The candidate must be able to follow structured processes while solving practical problems.
  • Experience working with operational documentation, tracking systems, and performance metrics is required.
  • The role requires regularly sitting, reaching and handling items, working with fingers, talking and hearing in conversations by phone or in person, and using a keyboard.
  • The role occasionally requires standing and walking, including walking on a dense concrete dock and in enclosed spaces over uneven footing and around wooden pallets.
  • The role may require lifting up to 20 pounds from floor to full extension.
Responsibilities
  • Act as the primary point of contact for OS&D-related inquiries from shippers and internal stakeholders.
  • Investigate and resolve lost or missing freight through systematic dock checks and record analysis.
  • Determine and execute appropriate disposition actions in coordination with shippers.
  • Manage hands, refusals, and exception cases with accuracy and urgency.
  • Oversee physical handling and organization of OS&D freight within the service center.
  • Ensure all exception freight is properly identified, staged, and tracked to final disposition.
  • Partner with dock and operations teams to close gaps in freight flow and accountability.
  • Reduce dwell time and prevent repeat issues through proactive monitoring.
  • Complete all required OS&D documentation with precision and timeliness.
  • Maintain accurate records across internal systems to support claims resolution and billing integrity.
  • Input and manage data using internal platforms, databases, and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures and audit expectations.
  • Coordinate with customers, terminals, service centers, and corporate teams to resolve exceptions.
  • Provide clear updates on freight status and resolution timelines.
  • Support sales and customer service teams with actionable information.
  • Participate in team initiatives to improve OS&D processes and reduce exception volume.
  • Identify recurring issues and escalate opportunities for operational improvement.
  • Follow standardized procedures while contributing practical insights from daily execution.
  • Support a performance-driven and accountable team environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of LTL, freight handling, or logistics environments is preferred.
  • Familiarity with AS/400 systems is preferred.

About the company

Road Runner Freight is a freight carrier specialized in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping across the United States, focusing on long-haul metro-to-metro routes. It offers long-haul, regional, and next-day LTL services, moving freight directly between major metropolitan areas on a data-driven network that bypasses rail transport to improve reliability and cost efficiency. Customers can obtain quotes, track shipments, and manage shipping documents through an online portal that includes enhanced reporting for registered users. The company emphasizes on-time delivery and the safe, damage-free handling of cargo. Its goal is to provide dependable, cost-effective LTL shipping between key urban hubs, differentiating itself from competitors by its direct metro-to-metro network and data-driven routing rather than relying on intermodal rail connections.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Downers Grove, Illinois

Founded

1984

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What believers are saying

  • Roadrunner added 278 lanes in March 2025, expanding high-density power-lane coverage.
  • Roadrunner added 18 Richmond lanes in May 2025, deepening southeastern reach.
  • Management targets acquisitions after lane expansion, signaling roll-up growth through late 2025.

What critics are saying

  • OTC trading and limited float restrict liquidity, blocking cheap capital for expansion.
  • The 2022 California wage suit remains a litigation overhang for Roadrunner Transportation Services.
  • Unionized driver pressure and service failures could wreck the comeback narrative by 2026.

What makes Road Runner unique

  • Roadrunner still runs zero freight on rail, preserving a pure long-haul metro network.
  • Chris Jamroz-led Prospero bought Elliott’s majority stake in November 2024, stabilizing ownership.
  • Roadrunner ranked #2 in 2025 Logistics Management Quest for Quality Awards.

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Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

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PR Newswire
Nov 22nd, 2024
Prospero Staff Capital Acquires Majority Ownership in Roadrunner from Elliott Management

/PRNewswire/ -- Prospero Staff Capital, a private equity vehicle co-led by Ted Kellner and Chris Jamroz, announced today the acquisition of a majority...