Delivery Dispatcher I: Route & Driver Coordinator

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Springfield, VA is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate vehicle assignments for delivery of building materials. You will compile vehicle lists, assign routes, and communicate with drivers to ensure timely, accurate deliveries.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of related experience. You’ll join a team with strong training and growth opportunities and a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months to one year related experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures.

Responsibilities

• Compiles list of available vehicles.
• Assigns vehicles for trips based on length, freight, and user preference.
• Assigns orders to lift operators from inventory.
• Issues keys, record sheets, and credentials to drivers.
• Records departure time, destination, cargo, and ETA.
• Investigates overdue vehicles.
• Directs drivers via two-way radio.
• Coordinates with customers to expedite or locate missing/damaged merchandise.
• Maintains mileage, fuel, repairs, and other expenses records.
• Establishes service or delivery routes.
• Assigns helpers to drivers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle dispatching

Route planning

Two-way radio operation

Data entry / recordkeeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Vehicle routing software

Job description

Builders FirstSource in Springfield, VA is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate vehicle assignments for delivery of building materials. You will compile vehicle lists, assign routes, and communicate with drivers to ensure timely, accurate deliveries.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 6 months to 1 year of related experience. You’ll join a team with strong training and growth opportunities and a focus on safety and reliability.