Dispatcher

Penn Tank Lines, Inc. in; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Tank Lines is seeking an Operations Supervisor (Dispatcher) to coordinate driver schedules, load assignments, and daily terminal activity to support accurate, timely, and well-executed deliveries.

This role is well suited for someone who works steadily within established procedures, maintains close attention to operational details, and supports consistent execution across a fast-moving terminal environment in Birmingham, Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily driver activity and address delivery issues in alignment with dispatch procedures and terminal guidelines
• Develop and adjust delivery schedules based on routing plans, operational requirements, and service priorities
• Monitor petroleum inventories and coordinate allocation needs with suppliers using established processes
• Plan and sequence loads to support efficient delivery flow and dependable service execution
• Evaluate delivery performance, identify service risks, and escalate operational concerns to Terminal Management in accordance with defined guidelines
• Conduct station monitoring and load analysis to identify potential service issues and support preventative action
• Review driver logs and coordinate equipment maintenance scheduling based on operational timelines and maintenance requirements

Job description

Dispatcher (Administrative)

About the Role

Penn Tank Lines is seeking an Operations Supervisor (Dispatcher) to coordinate driver schedules, load assignments, and daily terminal activity to support accurate, timely, and well-executed deliveries. This role is well suited for someone who works steadily within established procedures, maintains close attention to operational details, and supports consistent execution across a fast-moving terminal environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee daily driver activity and address delivery issues in alignment with dispatch procedures and terminal guidelines
• Develop and adjust delivery schedules based on routing plans, operational requirements, and service priorities
• Monitor petroleum inventories and coordinate allocation needs with suppliers using established processes
• Plan and sequence loads to support efficient delivery flow and dependable service execution
• Evaluate delivery performance, identify service risks, and escape operational concerns to Terminal Management in accordance with defined guidelines
• Conduct station monitoring and load analysis to identify potential service issues and support preventative action
• Review driver logs and coordinate equipment maintenance scheduling based on operational timelines and maintenance requirements