Dispatcher

Carlile; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Sick leave

Education assistance

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Carlile is seeking a Dispatcher in Tacoma, WA to ensure top-level customer service, efficient cargo pickup and delivery, and optimal equipment turn-time. You will route, schedule and dispatch drivers and freight, enter container numbers and times into the dispatch system, and coordinate pickups and deliveries with customers by phone.

The role also involves supporting DOT regulations, safety compliance, and administrative duties, including reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years transportation / dispatch experience.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate dispatch processes to route, schedule and dispatch drivers and freight.
• Enter container numbers, times and dates into the dispatch system.
• Provide excellent customer service by phone and coordinating pickups/deliveries.
• Coordinate with customer sites to move freight and set appointments as needed.
• Assist with trucking and warehouse operations and prepare reports for operations.

Skills

DOT regulations

HazMat

OTR experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Dispatcher

Full-Time Individual Contrib Tacoma, WA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1515

EBZ - Dispatcher

Dispatcher

Position Profile

This position is responsible for ensuring a high level of customer service, efficient cargo pick-up and delivery, and optimal equipment turn-time.

• Operate safely and in compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures
• Responsible for the routing, scheduling and dispatching of drivers, equipment and freight loads going out daily/nightly and reporting activities to the Operations group
• Ensure that all container numbers, times and dates are received from drivers and enter into the dispatch system
• Provides excellent customer service on the phone and when arranging for pick-ups and deliveries
• Communicates with various customer sites to coordinate the movement of freight
• Assist customers with setting appointments and with other issues at locations
• Support the safe operation of all trucks, drivers and related trucking operations
• Performs administrative functions such as printing delivery receipts, manifest shipments for trailers, create freight bills, trace shipments, etc.
• Support 100% compliance with all transportation and safety regulations, Federal, State and WISHA
• Prepare a variety of reports for operations, customers and for internal use
• May assist with trucking and warehouse operations, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of two years transportation / dispatch experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Sound understanding of DOT regulations, HazMat and OTR experience preferred
• Proficient use of MS Office Suite including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize and exhibit team player attitudeHigh level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy

We’re committed to taking care of you and your family, today and in the future.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Compensation
  • Competitive base annual salary range: $23.90 - $37.00, depending on experience and qualifications
• Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents.
• Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement
  • Generous 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
• Paid Time Off
  • 2 weeks' vacation annually
  • 7 company holidays
  • 7 days of sick leave annually
• Extras that Make a Difference
  • Up to $5,250 per year in tax-free educational assistance to assist with career development and growth
  • Annual boot reimbursement