Experienced Fleet Dispatcher

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Benefits from day 1 (medical, dental,

PTO/Holiday pay

Career progression opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness program

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

GSC Wholesale LLC, based in Houston, Texas, is seeking a dispatch coordinator for 3rd shift in the United States. The role involves reviewing routing plans, dispatching routes, updating the driver portal, and ensuring DOT Hours of Service compliance. CDL and bilingual skills are preferred.

Training is provided and benefits start from day one. You'll work to maintain coverage, communicate daily transportation updates, and support a collaborative work environment with on-site leadership in a

Qualifications

• Driver engagement and planning experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of transportation safety and communication

Skills

CDL

General computing

OSHA/DOT regulations

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Job description

Position Overview

Job Description

Schedule evening or nights, days to be determined (bidding in process)

Pay Rate: $20/hr

Description

• Review routing and scheduling plan for the shift to ensure all assignments are covered.Dispatch routes and relay information, instruction, and/or messages to drivers. Ensure every driver has what they need to be successful for the day.If loads are uncovered, work with the team to develop a coverage plan, and communicate accordingly.
• Utilize appropriate channels to clearly communicate information pertaining to daily transportation operations. Issues may include, but are not limited to: delivery time / plan adjustments, missing product, hours of service issues, safety incidents, etc.Update customer portal when applicable
• Engage with the driver workforce. Help site leadership create a best in class work environment. Promptly escalate issues to management and offer solutions on how to resolve.
• Responsible for updating the dispatch system to ensure accuracy of information. When a driver returns, complete a debrief process to see how the driver's day went, review paperwork, and make system updates as needed.
• Answer phones in a professional manner- troubleshoot and elevate when necessary.
• Complete daily safety observations ensuring transportation associates are utilizing preferred work practices.
• Ensure drivers are compliant with DOT regulations regarding Hours of Service.
• Travel Required:No

Environment

Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

Specialized Knowledge : CDL, General computing ability, Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations, Bi-Lingual English/Spanish (Preferred)

Special Skills : Ability to multi-task, Interpersonal skills, Communication (written and oral), Telephone etiquette.

Physical abilities: :

Other: :

Years Of Experience

2-5 : Experience in a high paced and dynamic environment, Dispatching experience is preferred.

We offer:

• Paid training provided
• Weekly Pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Driver Engagement, High School Diploma - General Studies, Planning & Execution, Transportation Communication, Transportation Safety

Shift

3rd Shift (United States of America)

Company

GSC Wholesale LLC

About Our Company

Grocers Supply, based in Houston, is the largest wholesale grocery supplier in Texas, supplying over 900 independent grocery stores. Grocers Supply serves customers of all sizes, from single store independent retailers to chains, such as: Fiesta, FoodTown, Market Basket, Cox Foodarama / La Fiesta, Sellers Brothers, Minyard Food Stores, G. E. Foodland, and El Rio Grande.

Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with GSC Wholesale, LLC. GSC Wholesale, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.