Fleet Dispatch Coordinator - Driver Scheduling & Logistics

McLane Company, Inc; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: $23.00 per hour

Medical, dental, and vision insurance:

FSA/HSA and company-paid life

Vacation time and sick leave accrual

Paid holidays after 90 days

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 + 

Pet insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. in Manassas, VA is seeking a Dispatch Coordinator to handle Driver dispatch operations in Transportation. You will prepare records, manage route pouches, and develop daily dispatch schedules to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires 2+ years in a similar function, proficiency with PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office, and strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with drivers, customers, and managers. This is a full-time on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Knowledge of mainframe software (PeopleSoft) relating to record keeping/scheduling for drivers and helpers.
• Preferred experience in Windows environment and on Excel, Microsoft Word, and Access programs; or similar programs.
• Have 2 years in similar function (preferred).
• Map reading abilities.
• Understanding of distribution systems.
• Ability to communicate in various methods with different levels.
• Mathematical ability for maintaining schedules.
• Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily records and memos and maintain filing system for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, special customer notifications, maps and stores keys for drivers.
• Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedule daily.
• Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.
• Set up daily tractor/trailer assignment for drivers.
• Verify roadworthiness and keep maintenance records for tractors and trailers.
• Call customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.
• Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.
• Provide timely reports to immediate supervisor as requested.
• Possess very strong interpersonal skills and be able to discuss dispatch issues with Driver Specialists, Customers and managers.
• Meet this position's physical demands.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Map reading

Mathematical ability

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PeopleSoft

Windows

Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. in Manassas, VA is seeking a Dispatch Coordinator to handle Driver dispatch operations in Transportation. You will prepare records, manage route pouches, and develop daily dispatch schedules to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires 2+ years in a similar function, proficiency with PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office, and strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with drivers, customers, and managers. This is a full-time on-site position with comprehensive benefits.