Afterhours Dispatch

Job Summary:

The Night Dispatcher will coordinate and schedule drivers for pick-up and delivery in a safe, efficient, and timely manner and serve as the after-hours contact.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Schedules drivers for pick-up and delivery; selects most efficient routes for each driver.

· Following Fuel Solutions Requirement (understanding not all loads generate a solution, so dispatchers direct drivers to Loves or Pilot when a solution is not generated with dispatch.)

· Oversees equipment availability; assigns drivers, trucks, and extra drivers when needed.

· Consolidates orders into truckloads for specific destinations.

· Anticipates weather complications along routes and at the drivers’ destinations; communicates delays and route changes as necessary.

· Maintains radio and/or phone contact with drivers; receives and dispatches response and emergency aid when needed.

· Maintains and reviews billing and operation records; monitors daily logs for errors and/or compliance violations.

· Monitors drivers’ working hours to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

· Oversees maintenance and repair schedules for vehicles.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong organizational skills to prepare and assign routes.

· Strong leadership skills to ensure drivers’ compliance with direction and assignments.

· Basic understanding of geographical area and mapping programs to facilitate efficient routing.

· Proficient with or able to quickly learn dispatch and recordkeeping systems.

· Ability to work at a fast pace and under pressure.

· Thorough understanding of shipping industry

Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

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

Schedule:

• Hours are 18:00-06:00 Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday night.

Work Location: In person

Work Location: In person