Dispatch

Colville, Inc.• Fairbanks, AK, US, AK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Dispatcher Colville Transport Fairbanks, Alaska Full-Time | Regular Position | Non-Rotational Keep Alaska Moving with Colville Transport Colville Transport is seeking a dependable, highly organized Dispatcher to join our team in Fairbanks, Alaska. This full-time position plays an important role in the day-to-day coordination of transportation operations, helping ensure drivers, equipment, freight, and customer needs are managed safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who can manage multiple priorities, stay organized in a fast-paced environment, and work collaboratively with drivers, customers, and other departments. If you have transportation or logistics experience and enjoy being at the center of a busy operation, we’d like to hear from you.

Requirements

Previous dispatch, transportation, logistics, trucking, or related experience preferred.
Knowledge of dispatching procedures and transportation/logistics operations.
Familiarity with DOT regulations and federal and state requirements applicable to commercial transportation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with drivers, customers, coworkers, and management.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly when schedules or operational needs change.
Comfortable using computers, dispatch systems, email, and other standard business software.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Commitment to workplace safety and dependable customer service.
Criminal background check
Pre-employment drug screening
Other job-related pre-employment requirements as applicable

Responsibilities

Coordinate and dispatch drivers, equipment, and freight based on operational and customer needs.
Communicate assignments, schedules, changes, and other important information to drivers in a clear and timely manner.
Maintain regular communication with customers regarding transportation needs, scheduling, and service updates.
Monitor driver and equipment status and adjust assignments as operational needs change.
Assist with coordinating shipping, receiving, and freight-handling activities.
Maintain accurate dispatch records, logs, data entry, and tracking information.
Help ensure transportation activities are conducted in accordance with company safety requirements and applicable DOT and transportation regulations.
Work closely with operations, drivers, warehouse personnel, and other departments to resolve scheduling or service issues.
Respond professionally and efficiently to changing priorities, delays, weather conditions, equipment issues, and other operational challenges.
Support a safe, organized, and service-focused work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.