Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle (WMS)-4

Amentum•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Dispatcher receives transportation-service requests by telephone or radio and schedules drivers according to demand and priority. The Dispatcher stays in contact with drivers to track their locations and estimated arrival and return times, and alerts them when urgent conditions or HAZMAT or radioactive materials require transport. The role coordinates required permits and routing through Transportation Rate Specialists and is supervised by a Group Manager or Team Lead. The position is not-to-exceed June 30, 2027. The Dispatcher directs routes for vehicles ranging from 1½-ton single-axle trucks to 26,000-pound tractor-trailer combinations, maintains routing directions and map files, confirms required permits are obtained before pickup, and communicates routing and permit information to drivers. The role may also be assigned to other work centers or tasks during periods of light demand. This is an hourly, overtime-eligible Service Contract Act position. The stated compensation is $24.55 per hour; eligible employees may receive an additional health and welfare payment under SCA provisions, with the amount depending on selected fringe benefits. The work takes place in an office or shop environment and may involve outdoor work in hot, cold, or wet weather. The setting may include hazardous equipment, moving material-handling equipment, obstacles, high activity, fumes or airborne particles, and loud noise. Protective devices are required. The role requires lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds for short distances, as well as stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, full dexterity, and correctable vision. Employees are responsible for contributing to a safe work environment, completing required training and self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks as applicable, and complying with Amentum quality, operational, safety, and environmental requirements and applicable customer contracts. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a current motor vehicle driver's license, a high school diploma or GED (with a stated experience substitution option), at least six months of specific experience, HAZMAT and radioactive-material movement training, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Requirements

Must be a United States citizen.
Must have a current motor vehicle driver's license.
Must have a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). One year of specific experience may substitute for one year of high school.
At least six months of specific experience demonstrating the knowledge required to perform the position's duties.
Must receive training for movement of HAZMAT and radioactive substances to understand special permit requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds for short distances; stoop, bend, kneel, and walk; have full dexterity; and have correctable vision.
Protective devices are required to avoid injury in the work environment.

Responsibilities

Receive transportation-service requests by telephone or radio and schedule drivers according to demand and priority.
Maintain contact with drivers regarding locations and estimated arrival and return times.
Alert drivers when urgent conditions or HAZMAT or radioactive materials need transport.
Coordinate permits and routing through Transportation Rate Specialists.
Direct routing for trucks ranging from 1½-ton single-axle vehicles to 26,000-pound tractor-trailer combination rigs.
Maintain routing directions and map files to support timely pickups and deliveries.
Ensure required permits are obtained before drivers pick up loads and convey relevant information to drivers.
Monitor truck locations and movement through ongoing phone or radio contact to avoid delays.
Report and receive direction by radio or cellular phone.
Perform work in other work centers or tasks during periods of light demand, as assigned.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Complete applicable safety training and responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks as applicable, and comply with Amentum quality, operational, safety, and environmental requirements.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) matching
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Potential additional SCA health and welfare payment for each hour worked, depending on selected fringe benefits