Transportation Dispatcher

Dayton Freight • Dayton, OH

6d

About The Position

The Transportation Dispatch Assistant provides support to the Transportation Coordinators and Drivers.
Accurately fulfill the plans developed by Transportation Coordinators
Provide support to Drivers in order to deliver shipments to their destination in a timely manner
Assist Drivers with equipment breakdowns, spills and inquiries associated with the operation
Process phone calls from Drivers and Service Centers in a professional and timely manner
Understand dispatch management software to execute the planning of Driver assignments
Maintain excellent communication with internal customers
Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes

Requirements

• Background in transportation, logistics coordinating, dispatching or in LTL operations
• Excellent planning capabilities in a fast paced environment
• Professional and courteous communicator
• Must be able to work 2nd or 3rd shifts

Responsibilities

• Accurately fulfill the plans developed by Transportation Coordinators
• Provide support to Drivers in order to deliver shipments to their destination in a timely manner
• Assist Drivers with equipment breakdowns, spills and inquiries associated with the operation
• Process phone calls from Drivers and Service Centers in a professional and timely manner
• Understand dispatch management software to execute the planning of Driver assignments
• Maintain excellent communication with internal customers
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quick advancement
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed