Dispatcher

EnergySolutions; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergySolutions, based in Oak Ridge, TN, seeks an experienced Transportation Supervisor to manage dispatching, routing, and driver supervision. You will coordinate overweight/overdimensional shipments, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize load efficiency while collaborating with customers and accounting for accurate billing.

The role requires leadership of 15–30 drivers, strong U.S. geography knowledge, and familiarity with DOT rules and HOS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in the transportation industry.
• Prior management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches loads and drivers in a cost-effective manner.
• Supervises 15-30 drivers/owner operators and provides hire/fire recommendations.
• Plans routes and dispatches using fleet software.
• Coordinates overweight/overdimensional shipments with authorities.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices and ensures correct billing.
• Maximizes load efficiencies and supports driver performance.

Skills

Geography knowledge

DOT permits & HOS

Communication skills

MS Word & Excel

TMW software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

TMW Transportation Management Software

Microsoft Word & Excel

Job description

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities

• Ensures loads and drivers are dispatched in the most cost effective and economical manner.
• Acts in a supervisory capacity to the Hittman drivers/owner operators (15-30 drivers each), including responsibility for directing their work, performance/discipline and providing hire/fire recommendations.
• Plans routes and dispatches company drivers/owner operators using fleet and transportation management software.
• Orders all overweight permits to reduce complications for cask shipments.
• Approves company driver timesheets/expenses to ensure accurate compensation.
• Analyzes driver Hours of Service to ensure proper load planning and ensure on-time delivery of loads.
• Inputs accessorial pay for owner operators to ensure accurate settlement pay.
• Provides all drivers with the appropriate paperwork (i.e., permits, bill of ladings, trip sheets) to reduce complications and ensure compliance.
• Monitors trailer inventory and leases or terminates leases as business levels dictate.
• Coordinates all trailer moves.
• Coordinates the availability of tractors, trailers and drivers.
• Communicates with customers to determine weights for permits.
• Communicates with Customer Service to determine load levels and shift loads or outsource as needed.
• Coordinates overweight/overdimensional shipments with local and state authorities in various states to reduce complications and ensure compliance.
• Schedules escort services for overweight/overdimensional shipments as needed.
• Communicates with accounting to ensure correct billing of overweight permits.
• Coordinates with carriers when outsourcing is required.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices.
• Maximizes load efficiencies.
• May provide supervision to Dispatcher 1.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Skills

• Must have detailed knowledge of US Geography
• General knowledge of DOT permit requirements and Hours of Service
• Strong communication skills required
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic knowledge of TMW transportation management software preferred

Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
• Certified radiation worker and forklift operator

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Certifications

• None required

Required Experience

• Minimum of 7 years experience in the transportation industry

Preferred Experience

• Prior management experience

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.