What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher - North Springfield Vermont position at Black River Produce?
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Dispatcher, North Springfield Vermont
Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFG\'s broadline distributor, maintains a
unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including
independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and
quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and
other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing
advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and
operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but
also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve
their dreams.
Job Description
**We Deliver the Goods:**
Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness
Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching,
Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America\'s
food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards,
recognition, and respect
Position Summary
Responsible for coordinating the overall scheduling and dispatching of
delivery operations by communicating with truck drivers through
computers, phones or two-way radios. Assign drivers to trucks and make
sure that they leave and arrive on schedule. Available at all times to
answer any questions from drivers, help them avoid traffic jams and keep
them aware of inclement weather ahead. Communicates and interacts with
customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are
answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member
within the department and organization, as required, and perform any
duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities
Dispatchers keep track of the progress drivers make along their route by
using available technology.
Check drivers in and out of terminals and transfer the trip records into
a company\'s files.
Communicate with drivers on a daily basis, but must handle any requests
and complaints from customers.
Calculate miles for all trucks.
Determine travel and route times so that delivery costs can be
accurately determined.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday, 6am - 230pm
Benefits
[Click Here for Benefits Information](https://pfgc.com/Careers.aspx)
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
1-2 years dispatch and commercial driver experience or related area
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
2-4 years dispatch and commercial driver experience within the food
service industry
EEO Statement
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or
collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity
(EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color,
national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation,
gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran
status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local,
state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following
links to review: (1) our[EEO Policy](http://pfgc.com/Policy); (2) the
\"EEO is the
Law\"[poster](http://pfgc.com/Poster)and[supplement](http://pfgc.com/Supplement);
and (3) the[Pay Transparency Policy
Statement](http://pfgc.com/PayTransparency).
information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1346344
Dispatcher, North Springfield Vermont
Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFG\'s broadline distributor, maintains a
unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including
independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and
quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and
other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing
advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and
operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but
also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve
their dreams.
Job Description
**We Deliver the Goods:**
Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness
Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching,
Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America\'s
food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards,
recognition, and respect
Position Summary
Responsible for coordinating the overall scheduling and dispatching of
delivery operations by communicating with truck drivers through
computers, phones or two-way radios. Assign drivers to trucks and make
sure that they leave and arrive on schedule. Available at all times to
answer any questions from drivers, help them avoid traffic jams and keep
them aware of inclement weather ahead. Communicates and interacts with
customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are
answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member
within the department and organization, as required, and perform any
duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities
Dispatchers keep track of the progress drivers make along their route by
using available technology.
Check drivers in and out of terminals and transfer the trip records into
a company\'s files.
Communicate with drivers on a daily basis, but must handle any requests
and complaints from customers.
Calculate miles for all trucks.
Determine travel and route times so that delivery costs can be
accurately determined.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday, 6am - 230pm
Benefits
[Click Here for Benefits Information](https://pfgc.com/Careers.aspx)
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
1-2 years dispatch and commercial driver experience or related area
Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
2-4 years dispatch and commercial driver experience within the food
service industry
EEO Statement
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or
collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity
(EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color,
national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation,
gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran
status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local,
state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following
links to review: (1) our[EEO Policy](http://pfgc.com/Policy); (2) the
\"EEO is the
Law\"[poster](http://pfgc.com/Poster)and[supplement](http://pfgc.com/Supplement);
and (3) the[Pay Transparency Policy
Statement](http://pfgc.com/PayTransparency).