Night Dispatcher

Job Position:                 Night Dispatcher

Location:                       Jerome, Idaho

Employment Type:       Full-time

Benefits:                       Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401k

Business:                      Transportation Company

Schedules:                    4-on 4-off / 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.

Dispatcher Job Description

A Dispatcher is responsible for using the latest routing software to establish daily trucking routes and maintain contact with drivers throughout the day. The successful candidate for this position needs to be able to adjust to last-minute changes, communicate with customers and drivers to record details about shipments, arrange pick-up times, and discuss any special handling issues.

Dispatcher Responsibilities

        Coordinate delivery schedules based on truck capacity, cost-efficient routing, and loading/unloading time

        Build and maintain relationships and contact with drivers

        Schedule pick-up and delivery appointments

        Track loads

        Communicate and maintain relationships with customers

Dispatcher Qualifications

        Dispatching and customer service experience. Minimum 2 years

        McLeod software experience a plus

        Knowledge of DOT regulations

        Problem solver

        Positive attitude

        An individual who can communicate effectively and professionally

        Ability to work in a team environment in high-pressure situations

        Multitasking

What We Offer

        Opportunity for Professional & Personal Growth

        Competitive wages

        Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

        401K

        Aflac

        PTO

Who We Are

At Giltner Transportation, we move freight safely while treating every load as an opportunity to demonstrate our high-quality, dependable service. Our company prides itself on consistently providing service that exceeds 98% on-time throughout the country. Giltner operates 200 state-of-the-art tractors and trailers, of which we can track the location and temperature of every load via satellite. Our people, technologies, and business practices are among the best in the trucking industry, and we strive to give our customers a simple and reliable shipping solution.

*Pre-employment reference checks, background checks, and drug screens are required for all positions within Giltner.