What are the responsibilities and job description for the OTR Dispatcher Supervisor position at Givens Packing & Crating?
OTR Dispatcher Supervisor
Greensboro, North Carolina
Full-Time
Description
Givens Transportation is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to manage and dispatch company drivers operating nationwide. This position oversees day-to-day driver performance while coordinating loads across the country to ensure safe, on-time delivery and excellent service to our customers.
This role requires someone who understands trucking operations, can manage drivers professionally, and can keep freight moving efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Greensboro, North Carolina
Full-Time
Description
Givens Transportation is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to manage and dispatch company drivers operating nationwide. This position oversees day-to-day driver performance while coordinating loads across the country to ensure safe, on-time delivery and excellent service to our customers.
This role requires someone who understands trucking operations, can manage drivers professionally, and can keep freight moving efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Dispatch company drivers operating throughout the United States
- Assign loads based on Hours of Service, driver location, equipment type, and customer needs
- Monitor shipments and resolve delays, breakdowns, or service issues
- Supervise driver performance, attendance, and daily activity
- Issue verbal and written corrective actions when necessary
- Approve driver timecards and manage driver communication
- Ensure drivers are compliant with DOT regulations and company safety policies
- Work with maintenance on equipment issues and scheduling repairs
- Provide shipment updates to customers when needed
- Maintain accurate dispatch records and operational reports
- Experience using McLeod software required
- Minimum 3 years OTR dispatch experience
- Previous experience supervising drivers
- Strong Excel skills
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and Hours of Service
- Organized and able to manage multiple drivers and loads at once
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health benefits
- Paid time off