Dispatcher

SA Recycling; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental

401k with a Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Dispatcher to manage shipment schedules, assign and dispatch drivers for pickups and deliveries, plan routes, and provide rate quotes and analysis while maintaining top-level service for drivers and suppliers.

The role is on-site and involves working outdoors in varying weather. Strong knowledge of FMCSR/DOT rules, and proficiency with MS Office, are valued. Fluency in English and Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience preferred.
• Understanding of FMCSR and DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch company or contracted drivers to deliver and pick up a wide range of materials from supplier locations and other SA Recycling facilities.
• Provide drivers with the relevant information to ensure prompt pickups and deliveries to ensure high levels of supplier satisfaction.
• Coordinate with drivers to resolve any issues, problems, or concerns that arise during delivery or pick up.
• Monitor the routes and statuses of all trucks to coordinate and prioritize scheduling to optimize efficiencies.
• Communicate with suppliers on driver schedules and address any concerns or route changes.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations, including FMCSR and DOT, as well as SA Recycling policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Provide management with prompt communication of events and reporting.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Bilingual English & Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking a Dispatcher to join our team. As a Dispatcher you will manage shipment schedules, assign and dispatch drivers for load pick up and/or deliveries, plan routes, and prove rate quotes and analysis while keeping a high levels of customer service and support for our drivers and suppliers.

This position is on-site and may require you to work intermittently outside in varying weather conditions while learning the business and roles. SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities for the Dispatcher

• Schedule and dispatch company or contracted drivers to deliver and pick up a wide range of materials from supplier locations and other SA Recycling facilities.
• Provide drivers with the relevant information to ensure prompt pickups and deliveries to ensure high levels of supplier satisfaction.
• Coordinate with drivers to resolve any issues, problems, or concerns that arise during delivery or pick up.
• Monitor the routes and statuses of all trucks to coordinate and prioritize scheduling to optimize efficiencies.
• Communicate with suppliers on driver schedules and address any concerns or route changes.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations, including, but not limited to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and Department of Transportation (DOT), as well as SA Recycling policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Provide management with prompt communication of events and reporting.

Qualifications For a Dispatcher

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience preferred.
• Understanding of FMCSR and DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Office
• Equipment & Tools: Personal computer, multi-line phone, Laser printer
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, bending, kneeling, and sitting for long periods.
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, keyboard alignment,

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.