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Transportation Clerk roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field. Employers in freight, shipping, and third-party logistics regularly file LCAs for these roles. Cap-subject H-1B registrations open each April for an October 1 start date.
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Responsible for the daily/weekly maintaining of pallet tracking (where applicable), audit of driver logs and trip reports, log and driver file DOT requirements tracking. Liaison for internal customer support. Track all return goods as directed by the customer for the close out of returns from the private fleet.
Pay: $21.75/hr - $1.00 Shift differential
Shift: Monday-Friday 11pm-7am
Retention Bonus: $2,000
Major Responsibilities:
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Various office and administrative duties, which may include handling accounts payable/receivable and collections, payroll, fuel reconciliation, office supplies, billing, maintaining database and miscellaneous reporting
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Audit of logs and trip reports and other DOT reporting, maintain of files, customer service interaction, resolution of driver equipment requests and pallet tracking.
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Maintenance and distribution of route books, daily interface with drivers, assist with driver coverage of vacation and overflow freight
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Involve Safety team as required by location
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Prioritize workload and have flexibility to adjust based on position requirements
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Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
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Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
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2 years of general office experience required
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1 year of customer service experience required
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High School diploma or equivalent required
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Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
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AS400 experience preferred
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Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
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Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary: Pay: $21.75/hr - $1.00 Shift differential
Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Administrative
Job Family: Operations
Address: 1140 Commerce Blvd
Primary Location: US-NJ-Swedesboro
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID: 2604473
Position Summary:
Responsible for the daily/weekly maintaining of pallet tracking (where applicable), audit of driver logs and trip reports, log and driver file DOT requirements tracking. Liaison for internal customer support. Track all return goods as directed by the customer for the close out of returns from the private fleet.
Pay: $21.75/hr - $1.00 Shift differential
Shift: Monday-Friday 11pm-7am
Retention Bonus: $2,000
Major Responsibilities:
-
Various office and administrative duties, which may include handling accounts payable/receivable and collections, payroll, fuel reconciliation, office supplies, billing, maintaining database and miscellaneous reporting
-
Audit of logs and trip reports and other DOT reporting, maintain of files, customer service interaction, resolution of driver equipment requests and pallet tracking.
-
Maintenance and distribution of route books, daily interface with drivers, assist with driver coverage of vacation and overflow freight
-
Involve Safety team as required by location
-
Prioritize workload and have flexibility to adjust based on position requirements
-
Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
-
Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
-
2 years of general office experience required
-
1 year of customer service experience required
-
High School diploma or equivalent required
-
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
-
AS400 experience preferred
-
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
-
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary: Pay: $21.75/hr - $1.00 Shift differential
Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Administrative
Job Family: Operations
Address: 1140 Commerce Blvd
Primary Location: US-NJ-Swedesboro
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID: 2604473
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Transportation Clerk
Verify your degree matches the role
H-1B eligibility for Transportation Clerk roles hinges on specialty occupation status. Pull the O*NET profile for this occupation and confirm your degree field aligns with the duties listed, since a general business degree may not satisfy USCIS if the employer's job description is narrowly technical.
Target freight and logistics companies with LCA history
Search the OFLC Wage Search for LCA filings under Transportation Clerk job titles. Employers who have certified LCAs before already understand the H-1B filing process, which shortens your path from offer to petition compared to first-time sponsors.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Transportation Clerk openings on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B filing history. This saves you from applying to companies that list sponsorship as possible but have never actually filed a petition for this role category.
Clarify sponsor scope before accepting an offer
Ask explicitly whether the employer will cover premium processing through USCIS, since Transportation Clerk petitions sometimes draw Requests for Evidence on specialty occupation grounds. Knowing upfront whether they'll pay for faster adjudication protects you if your start date is time-sensitive.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before signing
DOL sets four wage levels for each occupation and location. Transportation Clerk roles often land at Level 1 or 2, which affects what offer you can negotiate. Cross-check the employer's offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before you sign.
Document logistics credentials for the I-129 petition
Gather transcripts, any supply chain certifications, and employment verification letters before your employer files Form I-129 with USCIS. Transportation Clerk petitions face closer specialty occupation scrutiny, so a well-documented record of degree-relevant work reduces RFE risk.
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Find Transportation Clerk JobsTransportation Clerk H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Transportation Clerk jobs qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
They can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the role to normally demand a bachelor's degree in a specific field like logistics, supply chain management, or operations management. If the employer's job description emphasizes routine clerical tasks without requiring specialized degree knowledge, the petition may face an RFE on specialty occupation grounds. The O*NET profile and a tightly written job description are your two strongest supports.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Transportation Clerk roles?
Freight forwarding companies, third-party logistics providers, ocean carriers, and large retail distribution networks file LCAs for Transportation Clerk positions more frequently than other sectors. These employers deal with complex international shipping documentation, customs compliance, and inventory systems that justify the degree requirement. You can filter by industry on Migrate Mate to find employers in these categories who have active H-1B filing history.
What happens to my H-1B status if my transportation employer loses a major contract?
Your H-1B status is tied to the sponsoring employer, not the contract. If the employer terminates your position, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can find a new sponsor and have them file an H-1B transfer. The new employer can file concurrently with your job search under portability rules, letting you start work as soon as USCIS receives the petition, not after approval.
Can my employer use E-Verify participation as proof of sponsorship willingness?
E-Verify enrollment and H-1B sponsorship are separate obligations. E-Verify confirms work authorization after hire but does not indicate that a company has ever filed an H-1B petition or is willing to do so. Always check DOL LCA disclosure data directly for Transportation Clerk filings under that employer's legal entity name, not their E-Verify status, to confirm actual sponsorship history.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my timeline as a Transportation Clerk candidate?
Cap-subject Transportation Clerk petitions must be registered in the USCIS lottery each March, with an October 1 employment start date if selected. If you're already in the U.S. on F-1 OPT, your OPT authorization must cover the gap between your offer date and October 1. Cap-exempt employers, such as universities or nonprofit research organizations with transportation operations, can file at any time and skip the lottery entirely.
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