Remote Transportation Assistant Jobs
Remote transportation assistant jobs are actively posted by companies hiring fully distributed teams, from logistics technology firms to freight brokerage operations and third-party fleet management companies. Employers hiring remotely right now include Baxter & Woodman, Ryder System, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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THE POSITION
Help shape the future of transportation in Pennsylvania as a Civil Engineer (Transportation) with the Department of Transportation, District Office 6-0. This exciting opportunity allows you to apply engineering expertise to projects that improve mobility, safety, and daily travel for the public. You will work on meaningful initiatives, solve real-world challenges, and collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines. Build your career while making a lasting impact on transportation systems.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will support transportation operations through engineering reviews, analysis, design activities, permitting support, and project coordination. This position helps advance operational programs by providing technical expertise, evaluating transportation needs, and working with a wide range of stakeholders. As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will perform the following duties:
- Engineering Reviews: Conduct engineering reviews, operational evaluations, and design activities while ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations
- Traffic Analysis: Perform traffic studies, crash evaluations, field investigations, and operational analyses using engineering tools and sound judgment
- Plan Development: Prepare and review plans, reports, permits, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation
- Program Support: Maintain operational programs, asset inventories, traffic databases, records systems, and contract coordination activities
- Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate with municipalities, consultants, contractors, law enforcement agencies, and internal partners regarding transportation matters
- Technical Guidance: Provide recommendations on traffic operations and safety concerns while supporting training and knowledge transfer efforts
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,859 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
- One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
Help shape the future of transportation in Pennsylvania as a Civil Engineer (Transportation) with the Department of Transportation, District Office 6-0. This exciting opportunity allows you to apply engineering expertise to projects that improve mobility, safety, and daily travel for the public. You will work on meaningful initiatives, solve real-world challenges, and collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines. Build your career while making a lasting impact on transportation systems.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will support transportation operations through engineering reviews, analysis, design activities, permitting support, and project coordination. This position helps advance operational programs by providing technical expertise, evaluating transportation needs, and working with a wide range of stakeholders. As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will perform the following duties:
- Engineering Reviews: Conduct engineering reviews, operational evaluations, and design activities while ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations
- Traffic Analysis: Perform traffic studies, crash evaluations, field investigations, and operational analyses using engineering tools and sound judgment
- Plan Development: Prepare and review plans, reports, permits, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation
- Program Support: Maintain operational programs, asset inventories, traffic databases, records systems, and contract coordination activities
- Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate with municipalities, consultants, contractors, law enforcement agencies, and internal partners regarding transportation matters
- Technical Guidance: Provide recommendations on traffic operations and safety concerns while supporting training and knowledge transfer efforts
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,859 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
- One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
- Baxter & Woodman12
- Ryder System11
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania8
- Civil Science3
- Shamrock Trading Corporation3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote transportation assistant jobs.
- Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record
- One or more years of experience in transportation, logistics, or a related support role
- Ability to operate passenger vehicles or assist with fleet coordination
- Familiarity with routing, scheduling, or dispatch software
- CPR, first aid, or passenger transport certification for healthcare and education settings
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with drivers, patients, students, or dispatchers
Tips for Your Remote Transportation Assistant Job Search
Show your async coordination skills upfront
Remote transportation assistant roles depend on written updates, digital documentation, and carrier communication without in-person check-ins. Include specific examples of how you managed shipment status updates, resolved freight issues, or coordinated carriers entirely through email, messaging tools, or transportation management platforms.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote transportation assistant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings. Applying within the first few days of a posting going live gives your application the most visibility.
Highlight transportation management system proficiency
Remote employers can't watch you work, so naming the specific platforms you've used, such as dispatch software, TMS tools, or carrier portals, signals you can contribute without onboarding delays. List these systems in your resume's skills section and reference them in context when describing past coordination work.
Prepare for remote-specific interview scenarios
Remote hiring managers for transportation assistant roles often ask how you handle carrier communication delays or shipment exceptions without being able to escalate in person. Prepare concrete examples that show independent judgment, clear written escalation habits, and familiarity with resolving logistics issues through digital channels.
Remote Transportation Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote transportation assistant job?
Target companies that run distributed logistics operations, such as digital freight brokerages, transportation management software firms, and remote fleet coordination teams. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, proficiency with transportation management systems, and the ability to coordinate shipments and carriers independently without in-person oversight. Candidates who can demonstrate async problem-solving and clear documentation habits stand out most.
Which companies hire remote transportation assistants?
Remote transportation assistant roles are posted by Baxter & Woodman, Ryder System, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be logistics technology companies, digital freight brokerages, and distributed supply chain operations that coordinate carriers and shipments entirely through cloud-based platforms.
Can you get a remote transportation assistant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site guidance. Digital freight brokerages and logistics software companies occasionally hire entry-level remote assistants. Showing familiarity with transportation management systems, strong email and documentation skills, and any coordination or dispatch experience, even from a non-logistics context, can open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote transportation assistant jobs?
Not always. Remote employers in logistics and transportation frequently weigh hands-on coordination experience, proficiency with dispatch or transportation management software, and demonstrated organizational skills over a formal degree. A track of managing shipments, communicating with carriers, or resolving freight issues remotely carries real weight, particularly at digital-first companies that prioritize output over credentials.
Which industries hire the most remote transportation assistants?
Most remote transportation assistant openings sit in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire transportation assistants remotely because their operations are coordinated through cloud-based platforms, making carrier communication, shipment scheduling, and documentation manageable from anywhere on a distributed team.
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