Driver Routing & Operations Lead

Highway Transport Chemical, LLC; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA Contribution Match

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability, Accident and LifeInsurance

Discount Programs

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport, Inc. in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Dispatcher to plan and route an assigned group of company drivers and oversee contractor relations, ensuring policy adherence and meeting KPIs. The role requires accessibility to drivers by phone, e-mail, or Mobile Communications system.

You will assist with day-to-day service-center activities and communicate with internal and external customers as needed, focusing on on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in transportation operations; bulk transportation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient routing of drivers.
• Communicate load information to drivers.
• Efficient planning to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) standards are met.
• Ensure drivers’ hours of service (HOS) are sufficient for planning.
• Maintain tractor maintenance schedules and expirations; coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Management experience

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent judgement

Policy adherence

Customer interaction

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Highway Transport, Inc. in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Dispatcher to plan and route an assigned group of company drivers and oversee contractor relations, ensuring policy adherence and meeting KPIs. The role requires accessibility to drivers by phone, e-mail, or Mobile Communications system.

You will assist with day-to-day service-center activities and communicate with internal and external customers as needed, focusing on on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.