Local Dispatcher Jobs

POSITION PROFILE

This position is responsible for ensuring a high level of customer service, efficient cargo pick-up and delivery, and optimal equipment turn-time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides excellent customer service on the phone and when arranging for pick-ups and delivers
• Verify customer invoicing and rating
• Prepare a variety of reports for operations, customers and for internal use
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Responsible for the routing, scheduling and dispatching of drivers, equipment and freight loads going out daily/nightly and reporting activities to the Operations group
• Support the safe operation of all trucks, drivers and related trucking operations
• Communicates with dispatch at various customer sites to coordinate the movement of freight
• Operate safely and compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures
• Performs administrative functions such as printing delivery receipts, manifest shipments for trailers, create freight bills, trace shipments, etc.
• Ensure that all container numbers, times and dates are received from drivers and enter into the dispatch system
• Support 100% compliance with all transportation and safety regulations, Federal, State and WISHA
• Assist customers with setting appointments and with other issues at locations

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Certifications)

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of two years transportation / dispatch experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy
• Proficient use of MS Office Suite including Word, Outlook and Excel
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Sound understanding of DOT regulations, HazMat and OTR experience preferred
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize and exhibit team players attitude

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and other office related devices. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS

Carlile will make a reasonable accommodation(s) wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not impose an undue hardship on Carlile.