The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching loads to our drivers on behalf of our customers with a high service level expectation.
A Day in the life of a UPT Dispatcher:

• Promote safety in all interactions with drivers and fellow employees
• Monitor customer site inventories and allocations
• Create/build loads within our dispatch system
• Control and complete “Workflow” within dispatch system
• Communicate with drivers regarding customer’s special load requirements
• Assisting the drivers with questions and in planning routes
• Prioritize loads to meet customers expectations
• Track and trace all current loads in transit and deliveries to ensure on time deliveries.
• Assign loads to drivers in a fair and equitable manner to meet driver and customer
• expectations
• Assisting the drivers with planning for the safe and timely transit of fuel by helping themmaintaining legal hours of service/ELD logs throughout their trip to customer locations
• Communicate clearly with drivers during check-ins throughout pickup, transit, and delivery
• Put forward a friendly, professional face when dealing with our customers along with our drivers and fellow employees
• Communicate with CSC Manager & Operations Manager as required
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures and all health and safety policies

Additional Responsibilities:

• Carry out other duties assigned by Operations manager and/or CSC Manager

Education & Experience:

• High School Education or equivalent
• Two years of verifiable similar dispatching experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of DOT regulations, federal and state standards
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects (Multi-Task)
• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Display professional demeanor under pressure
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and assigned work schedules
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel)
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures
• Ability to handle high volume phone traffic

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity
• Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Euless, TX 76040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person