Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle (WMS)-5

Amentum • Ogden, UT

3d

About The Position

The Dispatcher receives transportation requests by telephone or radio and schedules drivers according to demand and priority. The Dispatcher maintains contact with drivers to track their locations and estimated arrival or return times, and alerts them when urgent, HAZMAT, or radioactive material requires 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 trucks ranging from 1½-ton single-axle vehicles to 26,000-pound tractor-trailer combinations, maintains routing and map files, ensures required permits are obtained and conveyed to drivers before pickup, and monitors truck movement to avoid delays. The employee may be assigned to other work centers or tasks during periods of light demand and performs other related duties as assigned.

The position is based in an office or shop environment involving hazardous equipment, moving material-handling equipment, obstacles, and high-volume activity. Outside work in hot, cold, or wet weather is often required. The environment may include fumes or airborne particles and loud noise; protective devices are required to avoid injury. 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.

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position covered by the Service Contract Act. The stated compensation is $24.55 per hour. The posting lists health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; an employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; disability and life insurance; and pet insurance. Benefits may vary by employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have a current motor vehicle driver's license.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED; one year of specific experience may substitute for one year of high school.
• Must have at least six months of specific experience demonstrating the knowledge required to perform the duties.
• Must receive training for transporting HAZMAT and radioactive substances, including awareness of special permits required when service requests are received.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Receive transportation service requests by telephone or radio and schedule drivers according to demand and priority.
• Maintain contact with drivers regarding their locations and estimated arrival or return times.
• Alert drivers when urgent conditions, HAZMAT, or radioactive materials require transport.
• Coordinate required permits and routing through Transportation Rate Specialists.
• Direct routes for trucks ranging from 1½-ton single-axle vehicles to 26,000-pound tractor-trailer combinations.
• Maintain routing directions and map files to make driver pickups and deliveries expeditious.
• Ensure required permits are obtained before drivers pick up loads and convey permit information to drivers.
• Monitor truck locations and movement through telephone or radio contact to avoid delays.
• Report and receive direction by radio or cellular phone.
• Perform duties in other work centers or tasks during periods of light demand, and other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
• Complete applicable safety training and self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees and teams as appropriate.
• Comply with the Amentum Quality Policy, applicable quality system documents, customer contracts, and relevant operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures and policies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Potential additional health and welfare payment for each hour worked under the Service Contract Act

What This Job Offers

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