Trucking Dispatcher - Logistics & Customer Service

Davis Trucking is looking for a Full-time addition to our Dispatch team in Seattle. This position will allow a person to learn logistics inside and out from a hands-on perspective with drivers and freight. We will set you up for success!

Job Summary:

The dispatcher is responsible for assigning jobs to drivers and ensuring that all service requests are completed in a timely fashion. In addition to performing data entry and customer service tasks, the dispatcher’s main duty is to be the main source of communication for drivers and help them resolve any issues that may arise throughout the day. This position examines logistic capacities and assigns jobs accordingly so that services may be completed as efficiently as possible. A high degree of problem-solving skills are required for this position, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively while prioritizing time-sensitive tasks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Ensure drivers are on schedule to complete their daily pickups/deliveries

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Data entry tasks
• Customer service tasks (answer e-mails, phone calls, etc)
• Sort deliveries by pre-determined areas to create driver manifests
• Enter, schedule, and assign jobs through Crown Freight Manager software.
• Determine if drivers have the capacity to accept additional jobs throughout the day
• Respond to customer problems and engage in conflict resolution
• Ensure that drivers are on schedule to complete their assigned jobs
• Troubleshoot logistical issues

Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 7:00am to 4:00pm

Pay Starting At: $20-$24/ hour, depending on experience (Overtime Pay Offered!)

Benefits:

• Free Medical Insurance!
• Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to adapt and be an active learner in a changing environment

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Customer Service experience (1 year minimum)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times