What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Breakdown Coordinator position at Ashley Furniture Industries?
Transportation Breakdown Coordinator
Posted on 3/27/2026
Advance
NC
Transportation
BREAK015689
Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture- Where Innovation Meets Comfort
Who We Are:
At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry.
If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business.
If you are a current Ashley employee: Please login to your UKG account and apply using the internal job board.
Summary:
The ADS Breakdown Coordinator is responsible for coordinating on-the-road equipment breakdowns, arranging repairs with vendors, managing rental equipment as needed, and working with drivers to ensure proper internal follow-up on equipment maintenance.
Responsibilities:
Driver Support & Communication
Answer calls from drivers experiencing equipment maintenance issues
Assist and educate drivers on breakdown procedures and next steps
Guide drivers through the breakdown process efficiently
Vendor & Equipment Coordination
Contact vendors to schedule equipment repairs at nearest available facilities
Arrange towing services when required
Coordinate rental equipment to minimize operational disruptions
Line up appropriate vendors for proper repair work
Administrative & Financial Oversight
Audit invoices for accurate billing
Update warranty fields in systems as applicable
Maintain accurate records of breakdown incidents and repairs
Secondary Responsibilities
Maintain reliable attendance
Actively participate in departmental meetings, training, and education sessions
Assist with training other employees and provide backup support as needed
Complete other assignments and special projects as requested
Qualifications required:
High School Diploma required; or equivalent
Minimum 2 years administrative experience, preferred
Work Environment:
This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support production and distribution needs.
Pay: $15-$18 + shift differential
Schedule: Tues- Sat 1:30pm - 10pm
Benefits We Offer:
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance
Our Core Values:
Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights.
(Dirty Fingernail: Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion.
Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work.
Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities.
Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level.
Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams.
Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools.
Interested in learning more about Ashley Furniture’s Community Engagement programs, Environmental Stewardship, or our Core Values, click the links below:
Corporate Social Responsibility
View Our Corporate Brochure
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Notice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of Ashley Furniture Industries.
* Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.