Transportation Dispatcher - Heavy Haul
About The Position
Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Transportation Dispatcher for their Heavy Haul division. The Transportation Dispatcher position is responsible for coordinating and directing the activities of assigned Logistics drivers in a manner that promotes the highest possible customer satisfaction, achieves business objectives and fosters high employee morale, teamwork and development. Seeking candidates with strong logistical background and transportation experience; College degree a plus.
Requirements
- Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local regulation compliance.
- Working knowledge of delivery area.
- Department, division and corporate teamwork promoted to ensure customers' needs and requests are met consistently.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills to ensure internal and external customers are well informed.
- Must be detail-oriented, able to solve problems and prioritize tasks.
- Experience with computers; Windows applications, internet, industry specific software, and knowledge of DSI system.
- Must be able to handle large volumes of work in fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work shifts needed, including days, nights, and/or weekends to meet customer demands.
- Physical requirements must be met for the Transportation Dispatcher job, including the ability sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Able to lift, carry and maneuver items up to 10 pounds in weight.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- College degree
Responsibilities
- Coordinating and directing the activities of assigned Logistics drivers
- Promoting customer satisfaction
- Achieving business objectives
- Fostering high employee morale, teamwork and development
- Promote a positive customer experience.
- Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
- Life and disability insurance.
- In-house training instructors/programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
