Dispatcher

Performance Foodservice; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate delivery operations, assign drivers, and ensure on-time departures and arrivals. You will communicate with truck drivers via computers, phones, or radios and support customers and vendors professionally.

This role requires 1-2 years in dispatch, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work Tuesday through Saturday. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 1-2 years dispatch and commercial driver experience or related area.

Responsibilities

• Dispatchers keep track of progress drivers make along their route using available technology.
• Check drivers in and out of terminals and transfer trip records into company files.
• Communicate with drivers daily and handle requests/complaints from customers.
• Calculate miles for all trucks.
• Determine travel and route times to estimate delivery costs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver communication

Schedule coordination

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Dispatch experience

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Description

Responsible for coordinating the overall scheduling and dispatching of delivery operations by communicating with truck drivers through computers, phones or two-way radios. Assign drivers to trucks and make sure that they leave and arrive on schedule. Available at all times to answer any questions from drivers, help them avoid traffic jams and keep them aware of inclement weather ahead. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Responsibilities

• Dispatchers keep track of the progress drivers make along their route by using available technology.
• Check drivers in and out of terminals and transfer the trip records into a company's files.
• Communicate with drivers on a daily basis, but must handle any requests and complaints from customers.
• Calculate miles for all trucks.
• Determine travel and route times so that delivery costs can be accurately determined.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am - 730pm

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

1-2 years dispatch and commercial driver experience or related area

Compensation

$18 - $22, based on experience