Driver Operations & Dispatch Leader

Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan + Company Match

Paid Time Off (120 hours yearly)

Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC is seeking a dispatcher to assign jobs and ensure efficient driver operations while enforcing company policies and safety rules. The role requires coordination with drivers, customers, and terminal teams to maximize revenue and service quality.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and familiarity with DOT/OSHA regulations. Travel to corporate offices and a flexible schedule may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Some travel to corporate office and other locations.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with drivers to ensure their needs are being met.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with customers to ensure a high level of service.
• Maximize driver availability to fully utilize equipment in order to provide maximum revenue and profitability.
• Review dispatch sheet and driver assignments to ensure all loads are dispatched.
• Review all orders and process and/or distribute according to terminal procedure.
• Ensure timely and efficient movement of loaded trucks carrying various products.
• Schedule loads and assign qualified drivers.
• Enter load information into TMW system and prepare Delivery Receipts for each load.
• Provide documentation and communicate to drivers all pertinent information for scheduled load(s).
• Initiate and maintain customer specifications.
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for products hauled.
• Review driver's Hours of Service Logs for available hours, and update hours in the computer as required.
• Update and/or forward reports as directed by terminal management.
• Perform all other duties as specified by the terminal or corporate management.
• Incorporate measures to prevent waste and lost time.
• Effectively address concerns from employees and customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, including but not limited to those defined by OSHA and DOT.
• Enforce and practice all safety rules of the Company and all government agencies, including but not limited to DOT and OSHA; monitor risk.
• Understand and follow established policies and procedures in emergency situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

5+ years experience

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

TMW system

PeopleNet

Job description

Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC is seeking a dispatcher to assign jobs and ensure efficient driver operations while enforcing company policies and safety rules. The role requires coordination with drivers, customers, and terminal teams to maximize revenue and service quality.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and familiarity with DOT/OSHA regulations. Travel to corporate offices and a flexible schedule may be required.