Dispatch Coordinator

This position is responsible for the safe, efficient and profitable scheduling and dispatching of Motor Coach Drivers.  Dispatch Coordinators are to supervise and report any drivers for not following Company safety policies as well as those states under FMCSA 49 CFR.  In certain locations the Dispatch Coordinator is responsible for also auditing trip documentation with a logbook and expense receipts upon driver's arrivals and departures.                                 

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:                                                      

• Coordinate and dispatch drivers as required by passenger flow.                            
• Assist field staff with coordination of routes.                    
• Manage driver compliance - housekeeping, daily inspection policies, time sheets, logbooks, etc.                        
• Assist management to ensure transportation compliance and associated rules and regulations are being adhered to                         
• Assist with permits and vehicles as required                    
• Manage and communicate vehicle issues with the Maintenance shop                               
• Communication on maintenance schedules with shop management                 
• Maintenance of files associated with drivers and transportation compliance.                
• Maximize utilization of drivers and internal equipment.                              
• Coordinate and track location of units and drivers utilizing GPS system                            
• Communicate and record departure/arrival times to all runs to the corresponding terminals                 
• Communicate driver issues to the Dispatch Manager such as driver not complying with assignments or itinerary.                             
• Assist in coordinating driver training with the training department.                      
• Monitor and communicate to drivers of weather and traffic conditions.                             
• Other duties as assigned.                          

PREFERRED:                   

• 2 years of job-related experience                          
• Knowledgeable FMCSA 49 CFR. (regulations carrier)
• Valid Driver's License - Class 1                                 

 REQUIRED:

• Good communication skills Bilingual (English/Spanish)                            
• Problem solving                              
• Teamwork                          
• High school diploma or equivalent        

BENEFITS:

• 401K
• Medical, Vision, dental Insurance
• Aflac
• Life Insurance  
• Paid Vacations and Holidays