Job Position: Dispatcher/Driver Manager
Location: Jerome Idaho
Employment Type: Full-time
Benefits: Benefits include medical dental vision paid time off and a 401k
Business: Transportation Company
Schedules: 4-on 4-off 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Dispatcher Job Description
A Dispatcher is responsible for using the latest routing software to establish daily trucking routes and maintain contact with drivers throughout the day. The successful candidate for this position needs to be able to adjust to last-minute changes communicate with customers and drivers to record details about shipments arrange pick-up times and discuss any special handling issues.
Dispatcher Responsibilities
Coordinate delivery schedules based on truck capacity cost-efficient routing and loading/unloading time
Build and maintain relationships and contact with drivers
Schedule pick-up and delivery appointments
Track loads
Communicate and maintain relationships with customers
Dispatcher Qualifications
Dispatching and customer service experience. Minimum 2 years
McLeod software experience a plus
Knowledge of DOT regulations
Problem solver
Positive attitude
An individual who can communicate effectively and professionally
Ability to work in a team environment in high-pressure situations
Multitasking
What We Offer
Opportunity for Professional & Personal Growth
Competitive wages
Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
401K
Aflac
PTO
Who We Are
At Giltner Transportation we move freight safely while treating every load as an opportunity to demonstrate our high-quality dependable service. Our company prides itself on consistently providing service that exceeds 98% on-time throughout the country. Giltner operates 200 state-of-the-art tractors and trailers of which we can track the location and temperature of every load via satellite. Our people technologies and business practices are among the best in the trucking industry and we strive to give our customers a simple and reliable shipping solution.
*Pre-employment reference checks background checks and drug screens are required for all positions within Giltner.