Alaska Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Problem-Solver

Span Alaska

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 44,083

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Paid training
Stable company
Advancement opportunities
Supportive team
Meaningful work

Job summary

SPAN Alaska Transportation is seeking a Dispatcher to be the hub of our daily operation. You'll coordinate deliveries and pickups, communicate with customers, support our drivers, and help ensure freight gets where it needs to be—on time and with exceptional service.

Dispatch experience is a plus—but it is not required. If you bring the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn, we'll teach you the rest. We offer competitive pay, paid training, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

  • Stays calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Highly organized and can manage multiple tasks at once.
  • Communicates professionally with customers and coworkers.
  • Thinks ahead and enjoys planning.
  • Can quickly adjust when priorities change.
  • Takes ownership of their work and follows through.
  • Enjoys being part of a team working toward a common goal.

Responsibilities

  • Communicating with customers by phone and email
  • Monitoring driver progress throughout the day
  • Coordinating deliveries and pickups while balancing changing priorities
  • Keeping accurate notes and updating dispatch information
  • Solving problems quickly when plans change
  • Working closely with drivers, warehouse staff, and customer service to keep freight moving

Skills

Communication
Organization
Multitasking
Planning
Teamwork
Professionalism

Job description

SPAN Alaska Transportation is seeking a Dispatcher to be the hub of our daily operation. You'll coordinate deliveries and pickups, communicate with customers, support our drivers, and help ensure freight gets where it needs to be—on time and with exceptional service.

Dispatch experience is a plus—but it is not required. If you bring the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn, we'll teach you the rest. We offer competitive pay, paid training, and a supportive team environment.

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