Area Dispatcher

United Rentals; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Area Dispatcher, where you will play a crucial role in organizing the daily dispatch of drivers. This position requires strong leadership and organizational skills to ensure timely deliveries and superior customer service. You will work closely with Operations Managers to optimize routes and manage schedules in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to safety and discipline, you will help maintain high standards while enjoying best-in-class benefits and career development opportunities. Be part of a team that values integrity and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in the equipment rental industry.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program

Early Wage Access through Payactiv

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask and manage schedules effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispatch of drivers to maximize efficiency.
• Monitor driver progress and adjust schedules as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organization Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As an Area Dispatcher, you will be tasked with organizing the daily dispatch of drivers for a metro area in a safe and timely manner. You will work closely with Operations Managers and Inside Sales Reps to ensure deliveries are properly scheduled and executed to guarantee superior customer service. Without you, our customers cannot meet their operational needs, and that's why we seek a professional with integrity who respects and understand the demands of the job.

What you'll do:

Oversee dispatch of drivers within the metro-area to maximize efficiency and customer delivery responsiveness

Monitor driver progress and adjust schedules as pick-up and delivery orders come in

Maximize truck loads outbound and inbound

Optimize use of overtime and outside haulers to deliver superior customer service

As needed, support branches in maintaining customer relations via phone, making additions, cancellations, and changes regarding equipment location or delivery time

Demonstrate commitment to safety and discipline through exemplary personal compliance, accountability and pro-active communication

Perform all safety inspections within company and governmental policies

Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Technical knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier rules and regulations

Diligent attention to safety

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Strong leadership, organization and communication skills

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

About the company

As North America’s largest equipment rental company, with 880+ stores in the United States and Canada, we serve construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and communities, with the goal of fulfilling customer needs and surpassing expectations.We go beyond equipment. We are the world’s largest fleet of problem solvers, with best-in-class specialty s olutions, safety training and 24/7 support to empower your success.