Dispatcher

Midwestlogisticssystems; Upton (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Bonus Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Midwest Logistics Systems (MLS), based in Upton, KY, is seeking an energetic Dispatcher to join our team. You will monitor driver electronic logs and available hours to ensure timely deliveries, and assist with onboarding of new drivers while ensuring compliance with shipping document protocols.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year of dispatcher experience in DOT/FMCSR for Class A CDL tractor-trailers, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a dispatcher role involving DOT/FMCSR requirements for Class A CDL drivers.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer relations skills.
• Familiarity with trucking safety regulations, ELD systems, hours of service, and CDL qualifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Windows applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor shipments from supplier to customer and communicate effectively with customers.
• Supervise completion of routes throughout shift.
• Assist in dissemination of daily route schedules to drivers.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer relations

Conflict resolution

Relationship-building

ELD/HOS knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows applications

Job description

Job Overview:

Midwest Logistics Systems (MLS), is seeking an energetic Dispatcher to join our thriving team in Upton, KY. As a Dispatcher, you will monitor driver electronic logs and available hours to ensure they can make on time delivery for their routes. You will be assisting with the new hire and onboarding process for drivers and checking that shipping document protocols are being properly followed.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor shipments from supplier to customer and effectively communicate with customers
• Supervise completion of various routes throughout shift
• Assist in dissemination of daily route schedule to drivers

Skills and qualifications:

• Minimum one year experience in a dispatcher role involving DOT/FMCSR requirements for Class A CDL drivers (tractor-trailers) in the trucking industry
• Exceptional interpersonal communication, customer relations, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Windows applications
• Proficiency with and knowledge of trucking safety regulations, including ELD systems, hours of service, and CDL driver qualifications

Pay and benefits:

• Health
• Vision
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus Program
• Paid time off

MLS’ inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization’s success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.