Part-Time Weekend Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle

Akima, LLC•Fort Hood, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Akima Facilities Operations is hiring a part-time weekend Motor Vehicle Dispatcher in Fort Hood, Texas. The dispatcher assigns motor vehicles and drivers to transport freight or passengers and compiles lists of available vehicles. The role works every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, in 12-hour shifts, and also provides coverage for the full-time dispatcher during time off. The TMP operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and mission requirements determine the work schedule. The role involves issuing keys, record sheets, and driver credentials; recording trip and vehicle information; investigating overdue vehicles; and, when needed, coordinating with customers about missing, misrouted, delayed, or damaged merchandise. Other duties may include maintaining mileage, fuel, repair, and expense records; establishing routes; supervising loading and unloading; issuing driver equipment; directing drivers and helpers; and assigning vehicles to customer agencies. Physical requirements include lifting up to 40 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching. The work may involve periodic overtime and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather. Duties and responsibilities may change as operational needs require.

Requirements

Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background screening.
Ability to receive a favorable Tier-1 investigation result and obtain and maintain a CAC.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger (P) Endorsement.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assign vehicles and drivers for freight or passenger transportation and compile lists of available vehicles.
Select vehicles based on trip length and purpose, freight or passenger requirements, and user preference.
Issue vehicle keys, record sheets, and driver credentials.
Record departure time, destination, cargo, and expected return time; investigate overdue vehicles.
Coordinate with customers to locate or expedite missing, misrouted, delayed, or damaged merchandise.
Maintain records of mileage, fuel use, repairs, and other expenses.
As needed, establish routes; supervise loading and unloading; issue equipment to drivers; direct drivers and assign helpers; work at vehicle distribution centers; and assign vehicles to customer agencies.
Provide weekend coverage every other weekend and replace the full-time dispatcher during their time off.