Dispatcher

MV Transportation • Jackson, MS

6d

About The Position

MV Transportation is seeking a Dispatcher to direct day-to-day route operations in compliance with client-defined procedures and company procedures. The Dispatcher reports to Dispatch Supervisors and communicates daily with drivers and clients. The role organizes and conducts activities to support safe, cost-effective, and on-time operations; tracks and reports sign-in and sign-out times; ensures routes are timely; and communicates service issues to Dispatch Supervisors or Dispatch Managers as appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with Trapeze software.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain composure under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate a strong customer service commitment.
• Demonstrate a professional phone manner.

Nice To Haves

• One year of previous Dispatcher experience is preferred.
• Two years of Customer Service experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of the service area is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take client calls and communicate issues with drivers and Dispatch Supervisors or Dispatch Managers as appropriate.
• Monitor radio, telephone, and on-road service provision for quality.
• Influence positive employee morale and quality customer service.
• Monitor and complete driver sign-in and sign-out daily.
• May assign trips to drivers to ensure adequate distribution of trips among assigned routes.
• Monitor daily system performance.
• Participate in analysis and review of operating performance.
• Note closed and/or late-starting routes and communicate them to Dispatch Supervisors and/or Dispatch Managers as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED