Dispatcher (nights)

United Petroleum Transports; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Fleet Manager where you will play a crucial role in dispatching loads and ensuring safety in all operations. This position involves communicating with drivers, planning routes, and managing logistics to meet customer expectations. You will thrive in a supportive environment that values professionalism and teamwork. If you are a self-starter with excellent communication skills and a passion for the transportation industry, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while developing your career in a growing company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of dispatching or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch loads and communicate with drivers to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor store inventories and maintain compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Knowledge of DOT Regulations

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Detail Oriented

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: OK Oklahoma City - Oklahoma City, OK

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Admin - Clerical

Description

The Fleet Manager is responsible for dispatching loads to our customers.

A Day in the life of a Fleet Dispatcher:

• Promote safety in all actions
• Control and complete paperwork as required
• Safely plan driver trips around load/customer expectations and safety guidelines
• Communicate with drivers regarding company and customer requirements
• Relay to customer service any issues that need to be relayed to the customer
• Assisting the drivers in planning routes and building loads
• Prioritize loads for timely delivery
• Track and trace all current loads in transit and deliveries
• Assign loads to drivers in a fair and equitable manner
• Assisting the drivers with planning for the safe and timely transit of fuel by helping them maintaining legal hours of service/ELD logs throughout their trip to destination
• Communicate with drivers during check-ins throughout pickup, transit, and delivery
• Monitor store inventories
• Put a friendly, professional face forward when dealing with not only the drivers, but customer service and all support staff
• Communicate with CSC Manager, Asst. CSC Manager, and Customer Service Reps as required
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures and all health and safety policies

Additional Responsibilities:

• Carry out other duties assigned by CSC Manager as required

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Education or equivalent
• One year experience dispatching or in the customer service area

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, federal and state standards
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic computer skills (word & excel)
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity
• Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds)