Dispatcher

Job Summary
Pro-actively dispatch loads in accordance with equipment availability and Terminal dispatch schedules; provide dispatch communication and record-keeping.

Pay Rate

$22.95 per hour

Schedule

40 hours per week. Must be open and willing to work any shift, as there is no guarantee as to which shift you will end up on.

Essential Functions

• Accept approved loads for dispatch
• Build loads, as applicable; consider load factors and efficiencies
• Verify loads assigned to drivers are compliant with the Driver’s equipment
• Obtain Driver agreement to drop sequence
• Record Driver’s assignment
• Report gaps, between planned load and actual load, to management in a timely manner
• Provide schedule of available equipment to load planning team in a timely manner
• Assist with weekly capacity plans
• Ensure compliance with company policies and DOT/MOT/JWC regulations, as applicable
• Participate in Terminal safety programs
• Monitor Driver productivity and compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies; exercise independent judgment and take appropriate disciplinary action, as necessary

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent and one or more years’ dispatch experience in the trucking industry preferred; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Working knowledge of computers and programs to include Microsoft Office
• Solid working knowledge of Terminal equipment and capabilities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong analytical skills and high level attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.95 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dispatching: 1 year (Required)
• trucking industry: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person