Dispatcher - 3rd Shift - Toledo, OH

Martin Transportation Systems; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Transportation Systems is seeking a Dispatcher/Driver Manager for the 3rd shift in Toledo, OH. This role dispatches CDL-A drivers on JIT, round-trip loads, coordinating with central dispatch and customers to meet revenue and mileage goals while maintaining safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and computer skills, experience with TMW dispatch software and Samsara, and thrives in fast-paced environments requiring quick, accurate decisions.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and computer skills required.
• Experience with TMW dispatch software and Samsara preferred.
• Previous dispatching or related transportation industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, coordinate, and dispatch CDL-A drivers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Enforce driver electronic log compliance with HOS regulations.
• Collaborate with central dispatch staff, customer service, and customers.
• Promote driver safety and safe workplace performance.
• Interface with and update computer trucking systems.
• Evaluate driver performance and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

TMW dispatch software

Samsara

Satellite tracking

Job description

Exciting Transportation Opportunity, Toledo, OH - Immediate Opening for Dispatcher/Driver Managers - 3rd shift with possible weekend work.

Martin Transportation Systems, is seeking highly qualified Dispatchers for our Toledo, OH dispatch operation. We are looking for individuals to join our dynamic team and take their existing skills to the next level. The individuals selected will dispatch and coordinate CDL-A drivers on dedicated, \"JIT\", round trip loads while safely meeting revenue and mileage goals for drivers and equipment. Candidates must possess excellent communication and computer skills (satellite tracking and TMW dispatch software), be multi-task oriented, and enjoy an environment where complex decisions must be made quickly. We empower our teams to make decisions and be accountable for them and the only way it works is by hiring the very best problem solvers we can find.

Martin Transportation Systems is a solid and stable automotive niche carrier with a success story of over 30 years.

Since our one-truck beginning in 1978, we've grown to a fleet of over 800 trucks and employ over 1400 drivers, owner-operators and support staff. A dedication to technology and low-cost, high-quality transportation solutions, as well as the acquisition of other carriers, have let us build a solid customer base that should catapult us into another 30 years of success! While our business has seen rapid growth, we know that our employees are the heart and soul of our success and strive to treat all of them with the utmost respect and dignity.

Dispatcher Essential Functions

• Overseeing, coordinating, dispatching CDL-A drivers to ensure timely pick up and delivery of all truckload shipments from vendors to auto assembly plants or other locations


• Assist with and enforce driver electronic log compliance to HOS regulations and company policy


• Work as a team with other central dispatch staff, customer service employees, and customers


• Promote driver safety and safe work place performance


• Interfacing and updating computer trucking systems


• Evaluate driver performance and compliance

Requirements

• Shift: 3rd Shift


• Hours: Monday through Friday, 1130pm –730am, Every other Sunday


• Excellent computer skills. Experience with transportation industry technology such as TMW and Samsara preferred


• Thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment


• Be a creative problem solver


• Previous dispatching, or closely related experience, in the transportation industry a plus

Benefits

MTS offers an excellent wage and benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, plus company paid life insurance and 401K with 25% company match, paid vacation and holidays. Short-term and long-term disability insurance is also available.