Fleet Dispatcher II - Route & Driver Coordination

Builders FirstSource; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a dispatcher to manage vehicle assignments and driver coordination for timely delivery of building materials. The role involves coordinating routes, tracking shipments, and resolving delivery issues while maintaining records.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, with a focus on efficiency and safety in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures or regulations.
• Ability to write basic business correspondence.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from employees and management.

Responsibilities

• Compiles list of available vehicles.
• Assigns vehicles according to trip length, purpose, and driver preference.
• Assigns orders to lift operators from inventory.
• Issues keys, record sheets, and credentials to drivers.
• Records departure times, destinations, cargo, and return times.
• Investigates overdue vehicles and routes.
• Directs driver activities by two-way radio.
• Confers with customers to locate missing or damaged merchandise.
• Maintains mileage, fuel, repairs, and other expenses records.
• Establishes service or delivery routes.
• Assigns helpers to drivers.

Skills

Read/interpret procedures

Business writing

Present information

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years related experience or training

Job description

Builders FirstSource in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a dispatcher to manage vehicle assignments and driver coordination for timely delivery of building materials. The role involves coordinating routes, tracking shipments, and resolving delivery issues while maintaining records.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, with a focus on efficiency and safety in daily operations.