Dispatcher

Company: Chartwell Staffing Solutions
Location: Oxnard
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Schedule M-F 08:00-05:00

*POSITION SUMMARY*

Company Driver Managers focus on representing the best interests of both the Driver and the company.

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION: *

1. Communicate proactively and quickly to Operations Manager, CSR, and Drivers.

2. Build relationships with Drivers to understand their expectations and preferences.

3. Update ETA's accurately and timely.

4. Update Total Mail accurately and timely

5. Alertly manage phone calls and phone messages

6. Provide warnings to CSRs and Operations Manager when a Driver is going to be late or if the Driver has been sitting too long (detention) at a location.

7. Inform Customer Service of freight needs as soon as possible, preferably the day before.

8. Make a constant effort to maximize miles for the driver by assigning the best possible freight with appropriate pickup and delivery windows. Preplan drivers on their next load early and often.

9. Proactively manage trailer pools at both yard and customer locations. Work with the Equipment Control and Customer Service groups as needed to keep dropped trailer pools in line.

10. Ensure the Driver performs safely.

11. Regular and predictable attendance

*OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE: *

* Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work in a team setting in support of your coworkers.
* Ability to multitask and prioritize accordingly.
* Ability to root cause both customer and driver issues.
* Possess the ability to thrive in stressful situations.
* Solid understanding of US geography and DOT regulations as they pertain to ground transportation.
* Possess the ability to adapt to changing situations.
* Additional duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:
* 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Oxnard, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
* Dispatching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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