11/18/2020
We are looking for a reliable Dispatchers for our trucking company! This is an opportunity like no other. If you are wanting to become an Independent Dispatcher and eventually launch your own business, then we are the company for you! We provide extensive coaching and training for all of our dispatchers. We are a Houston, Tx based company that's constantly growing and adding to our team. You have the choice of working virtually anywhere or from our Home Office in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate must be primarily an excellent communicator and able to remain calm and composed, especially in emergency situations. You must be able to multi-task as well as take the appropriate action with little supervision
Responsibilities
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Acquire new freight loads and find potential customers
Arrange freight deliveries and pickups
Manage and create driver schedules
Supply drivers with necessary information, documents, etc.
Build and maintain strong relationships with drivers, customers, etc.
Communicate and coordinate between drivers, customers, brokers, etc.
Plan for most efficient driving routes
Ensure delivery schedules are met
Generate and track delivery invoices
Follow weather and traffic conditions to prepare alternative routes for drivers
Maintain accurate customer records, notes, and preferences
Monitor and maximize mileage to minimize deadhead/empty-load hours and increase profitability
Comply with state and federal transportation regulations, procedures, and laws
Provide assistance, support, and crisis management for drivers, customers, etc.
Skills
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Efficiently multitask and prioritize tasks
Demonstrate strong, consistent organizational, and time-management skills
Excel under pressure
Quickly adapt and solve issues as they arise
Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
Remain proficient in utilizing and manipulating computers and new technologies and software
COVID-19 precautions
Remote interview process
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place