We are seeking a detail-oriented Dispatcher to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating transportation activities, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of loads. This position requires effective communication skills and knowledge of the transportation industry.
2 YEARS’ TRANSPORTATION / TRUCKING EXPERIENCE IS A MUST!
· The candidate will be responsible for dispatching the regional and local drivers.
· The candidate will be responsible for tracking all trucks to ensure on-time pickup and deliveries and advise customers representatives of any potential issues that arise.
· Other duties will include, but not limited to updating loads, accepting changes of load/freight as needed, and making any necessary planning adjustments during the shift.
· The candidate will assess all breakdown calls to assist with the repair or escalate to the breakdown department for more extensive needs.
· The candidate will assist drivers with any questions they may have relating to their dispatch, hours of service or escalate to the safety department for any emergency situations.
· The candidate will be responsible for the driver’s weekly payroll.
· The candidate will be responsible for advising and dispatching the local driver the where about of empty trailers or drop loads needing delivery.
Skills
· The ideal candidate must be highly dependable, well organized, self-starting, work efficiently without direct supervision, and have strong written and oral communication skills.
· Applicants must be able to remain calm and composed, especially under pressure and be able to work well with others.’
· Knowledge with Samsara Tracking and ELD system prefer but not required.
· Knowledge with Mcleod dispatching system prefer but not required.
· Mindfulness to details necessary.
· Computer skills are necessary.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday – Friday 0800- 5:00pm
Pay: 52,000.00 to start per year
Benefits:
Simple IRA – matching 3%.
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
AFLAC
Accidental Coverage