Area Dispatcher
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Job Summary
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider come build your future with United Rentals!
As an Area Dispatcher you will be tasked with organizing the daily dispatch of drivers for a metro area in a safe and timely manner. You will work closely with Operations Managers and Inside Sales Reps to ensure deliveries are properly scheduled and executed to guarantee superior customer service. Without you our customers cannot meet their operational needs and thats why we seek a professional with integrity who respects and understand the demands of the job.
What youll do:
Oversee dispatch of drivers within the metro-area to maximize efficiency and customer delivery responsiveness
Monitor driver progress and adjust schedules as pick-up and delivery orders come in
Maximize truck loads outbound and inbound
Optimize use of overtime and outside haulers to deliver superior customer service
As needed support branches in maintaining customer relations via phone making additions cancellations and changes regarding equipment location or delivery time
Demonstrate commitment to safety and discipline through exemplary personal compliance accountability and pro-active communication
Perform all safety inspections within company and governmental policies
Other duties assigned as needed
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record
Technical knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier rules and regulations
Diligent attention to safety
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership organization and communication skills
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals policies and procedures.
Why join us
We dont just talk the talk! Were an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - Thats why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your addition to our health and financial plans we also offer:
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Discount Program
Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
Paid Sick Leave
An inclusive and welcoming culture
Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.
United Rentals Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race color religion sex national origin age genetic information citizenship status veteran status sexual orientation gender identity disability or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process please email for assistance.
At United Rentals we proudly hire active duty members veterans reservists and their families. The values that define your serviceleadership discipline integrity and teamworkare the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team were ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position education training experience skills and ability.
Compensation Range:
$30.20 - $45.25
Key Skills
- Typing
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- Computer Skills
- Paratransit
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer Literacy
- Dispatching
- Logistics
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
ABOUTUS METICULOUS was formed in 2007 as a collaborative practice of architecture, planning and construction management. Our initial design build focus afforded early opportunities and recognized success on commercial and residential projects for notable clients nationally and abroad ... View more
