Truck Dispatcher

Company: Circle Logistics
Location: Taylor
Posted on: April 17, 2024

Job Description:

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Are you looking for a CAREER you can be passionate about? Do you want more out of life than just the status quo? Do you want to be a part of a thriving company in a growing industry? If the answer is YES, then we want you at Circle Logistics!
Why Join Circle:
Our motto is #workhardplayhard. We provide a competitive pay package for our team members so that you can perform at the highest level, prosper and enjoy life. At Circle, we function as a team, help each other out, and recognize what it takes to make those everyday victories possible.
Who We Are:
Circle Logistics is a 3rd party logistics firm focused on delivering three core promises to our customers: No Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. We have been in business for 10 plus years and have grown into a half a billion dollar company with 500+ employees in the booming transportation industry that never takes a night off. We leverage our technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to develop industry-leading transportation solutions.
Overview: This position is responsible for the dispatch operations in the Transportation Department daily.
Responsibilities:
Prepare daily records and memos, and maintain a filing system for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, special customer notifications, maps and stores keys for drivers.
Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedule daily.
Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.
Set up daily tractor/trailer assignment for drivers.
Verify roadworthiness and keep maintenance records for tractors and trailers.
Call customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.
Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.
Provide timely reports to immediate supervisor as requested.
Possess very strong interpersonal skills and be able to discuss dispatch issues with Driver Specialists, Customers and managers.
Assign load to equipment and driver in a manner to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery and to meet the customer's requirements.
Review customer orders and determine proper routing, equipment, and manpower requirements.
Supervise drivers that they are dispatching.
Ensure the most efficient freight movement and cost-effective service.
Complete incident/accident reports as required.
Resolve transportation issues with urgency and professionalism.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
Experience/Education:
At least 1 year of experience dispatching for a trucking company specializing in automotive required.
High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required.
Associates or Bachelor's Degree in logistics or business related field preferred.
Experience with and/or ability to learn a variety of TMS/CRM platforms.
Above average proficiency with Google Drive and Microsoft Office (vlookup, pivot tables, reports).
Must have proficient knowledge of the local area & U.S. Geography.
Must have basic knowledge of DOT laws and requirements.
Knowledge of mainframe computer software (PeopleSoft) relating to record keeping/scheduling for drivers and helpers preferred.
Skills/Aptitude:
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment and multitask.
Strong attention to detail and organization.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
Strong work ethic and dependability.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve
Understanding of distribution systems.
Ability to communicate in various methods with different levels.
Mathematical ability for maintaining schedules.
Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.
Benefits:
Room for advancement in a fast-growing company that promotes from within
Paid holidays and paid time off
Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits
401(k) Plan

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