Dispatcher

SA Recycling; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical plans + Dental, Vision, Life

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Dispatcher to manage shipment schedules and dispatch drivers for pickups and deliveries. The role requires coordinating routes, maintaining supplier satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with FMCSR/DOT regulations.

The position is on-site and may involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions while supporting drivers and suppliers. SA Recycling offers competitive benefits and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dispatch or driver experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FMCSR and DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent phone etiquette and written communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; able to learn industry software.
• Bilingual English & Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers to deliver and pick up materials.
• Provide drivers with information to ensure prompt pickups and deliveries.
• Coordinate with drivers to resolve issues during delivery or pickup.
• Monitor routes and truck statuses to optimize scheduling.
• Communicate with suppliers about driver schedules and route changes.
• Maintain knowledge of FMCSR, DOT rules, SA Recycling policies.
• Provide management with timely updates and reporting.

Skills

Dispatcher experience

FMCSR & DOT knowledge

Communication skills

multitasking / fast-paced

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.