What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher & Safety Coordinator position at Great Taste of Texas Inc?
Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated Dispatcher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics, transportation planning, and fleet management. If you have a strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.
The Dispatcher in a trucking company plays a crucial role in coordinating the movement of trucks, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining effective communication with drivers. This position involves real-time monitoring, problem-solving, and utilizing communication tools to optimize routes and schedules.
Requirements:Dispatcher & Safety Coordinator
Qualifications
- Regular on-site attendance is a requirement of the position.
- Minimum of 2 years Dispatch/Safety experience (i.e.: scheduling trucks and trailers for a load, making sure jobs are completed in their entirety, effectively communicating with drivers and customers) is a requirement.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must have experience managing and working with others in a team environment.
- Must be familiar with roadway navigation
- Must have advanced communication and organizational skills.
- Must have the ability to adjust to last minute changes in a fast paced environment.
- Must be able to use practical judgement when decision making and resolve operational or delivery issues in a timely manner.
- Must be a team player who takes initiative in the work environment.
- Must understand DOT regulations.
Responsibilities
Including but not limited to:
- Will receive numerous calls from drivers and customers.
- Will be responsible for driver and dispatch efficiency and meeting customer expectations.
- Will be a reliable point of contact for drivers.
- Will need to ensure that all trips/loads/jobs are recorded in the appropriate system with accuracy.
- Will ensure that the company meets all customer requirements and any changes are communicated immediately.
- Will need to stay in communication with drivers to ensure trip/load/job is being performed appropriately and as planned.
- Will need to ensure that drivers have all of the required information and the proper instructions to perform their duties correctly, on time, and safely.
- Must be well organized and maintain a clean working desk.
- Must review and maintain Driver Files and Safety Logs.
- Driver Safety Training
- Keeping Truck & Trailer documents up to date in Binder.
Salary : $40,322 - $55,491