Dispatcher - New Enterprise Stone & Lime : Job Details

Dispatcher

New Enterprise Stone & Lime

Job Location : Roaring Spring,PA, USA

Posted on : 2024-11-25T00:47:13Z

Job Description :
Dispatcher - What Will You Do?
  • Assign trucks to specific orders based on delivery needs and product type.
  • Dispatch trucks efficiently to minimize hauling time, minimize deadheading, and maximize fuel efficiency.
  • Maintain close communications with drivers to provide them with necessary instructions, updates, and support throughout their deliveries.
  • Act as liaison between drivers, customer service, quarries/plants, jobs, and customers. This includes addressing inquiries, providing updates, and resolving delivery-related concerns.
  • Monitor the location of trucks in real-time to identify and address potential issues or deviations from planned routes or schedules.
  • Collaborate with the internal team to allocate trucks and maximize daily truck utilization.
  • Receive customer calls through the call queue and change, correct, and adjust orders as needed.
  • Ensure that all trucking operations comply with relevant transportation laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
  • Handle unexpected challenges such as traffic delays, mechanical issues, or adverse weather conditions by making quick decisions and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Cross-train in other functions within the Customer Service & Transportation Team and provides backup to other team members as required. Cross-training responsibilities include training new coworkers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements - Who Are We Looking For?
  • Proven experience in transportation or customer service is required. Dispatching experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of aggregate products, specifications, and delivery schedules.
  • Understanding of transportation laws and D.O.T. regulations, including hours of service and weight restrictions on state and federal highways.
  • Ability to read road maps, identify trucking routes, and working knowledge of assigned geographical service areas.
  • Knowledge of trucks accessories and usages, and applications for each
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to make quick decisions and problem-solve based on factual information. Strong time management skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and proven aptitude to learn industry-related software. Experience with transportation and order management software preferred.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and periodically stressful environment with time-sensitive deadlines. This requires flexibility and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Must possess strong attention to detail, good organizational skills with the ability to ensure accurate work.
  • Ability to work independently but as part of a team concept.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
Why Apply?
  • Competitive Benefit Package - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Vacation, Life Insurance, etc.
  • Winters Off (Certain Positions) - Due to the seasonality of our work, some positions enjoy winters off while still receiving year-round benefits.
  • Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
  • Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.
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