Entry Level Dispatcher

Usko Logistics Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 16,944; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company in Missouri seeks a detail-oriented truck dispatcher. The successful candidate will schedule drivers for freight deliveries, communicate with customers about freight details, and plan routes. Qualifications include a High School Diploma and experience with Transportation Management Software. Compensation is $12.30 per hour with opportunities to influence freight delivery services. Join a team dedicated to efficient logistics across North America.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is needed.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and laws essential.

Responsibilities

• Schedule drivers for freight deliveries or pickups.
• Communicate with customers about freight details.
• Plan and adjust delivery routes as needed.
• Prepare dispatch documents and generate freight bills.
• Maintain records of dispatched calls and driver routes.

Skills

Experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS)

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented truck dispatcher to dispatch our drivers to customer locations. In this role, your duties will include communicating with our customers to record their requirements, planning and adjusting routes, as well as scheduling drivers to deliver or collect freight, shipments, and packages.
To ensure success as a truck dispatcher, you should exhibit extensive experience in dispatching trucks and the ability to work under pressure. Ultimately, an outstanding truck dispatcher is someone whose organizational skills translate into exceptional freight delivery services.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling drivers to make freight deliveries or collect shipments and packages.
• Communicating with customers about freight details, delivery or pickup times, and special handling requests.
• Planning pre-determined routes and accommodating route changes as needed.
• Preparing dispatch documents, as well as generating freight bills and invoices.
• Maintaining records of dispatched calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pickup times.
• Keeping track of transportation regulations and laws to ensure that truck drivers comply.
• Reviewing drivers’ logs, including dispatched calls and arrival times.
• Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
• Logging customer shipping schedules and complaints.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS)
• Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Ability to monitor drivers' logs, truck maintenance schedules, and repairs.
• Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn

Compensation

$12.30 hour

About USKO

USKO is a full‑service logistics and transportation company providing tailored solutions across a wide range of services. These include dry van, reefer, flatbed, auto‑haul, expedited shipping, drayage, warehousing, and international freight by land, sea, and air. With expertise in time‑critical shipments and high‑value deliveries, USKO serves clients across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.