Hazmat Liquid Bulk Dispatcher for Tanker Logistics

Altom Transport, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

401(k) match

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Health Savings Account

Paid vacation/Holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Stable family-owned company

Job summary

Altom Transport, Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate safe, reliable transportation of hazmat liquids in bulk tankers. You will manage daily dispatch, support drivers, and keep shipments moving safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates understand tanker operations, communicate clearly, and adapt quickly to schedule changes. This family-owned company has operated since 1948 and offers competitive benefits and steady work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience dispatching hazmat liquid bulk tanker shipments.
• Understanding of chemical or petroleum transportation, tank cleaning requirements, and tanker equipment suitability.
• Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements, driver hours of service, and electronic logging devices.
• Experience using transportation management systems, dispatch software, spreadsheets, and email.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple shipments and changing priorities.
• Clear, professional communication with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Sound judgment and a commitment to safety, service, and teamwork.
• Availability to work the posted schedule and complete required hazmat and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and liquid bulk tankers for chemical, petroleum, and other hazardous materials shipments.
• Plan loads around driver availability, hours of service, equipment readiness, and customer pickup and delivery appointments.
• Match shipments with appropriately qualified drivers and approved tanker equipment, confirming product and equipment requirements with operations and safety personnel.
• Coordinate tank washes, cleaning documentation, prior cargo information, and trailer readiness between loads.
• Communicate load instructions, appointment details, delivery requirements, and schedule changes to drivers and customers.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve delays, breakdowns, missed appointments, and last-minute changes.
• Maintain accurate information in the transportation management system, including load details, shipment status, delivery documents, and accessorial charges.
• Improve fleet utilization and reduce empty miles while maintaining safe, practical dispatch schedules.
• Escalate shipping document discrepancies, product compatibility concerns, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Skills

Hazmat dispatching

Tankers experience

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Dispatch software

Organization

Communication

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Tools

Transportation management systems

Dispatch software

Spreadsheets

Email

Job description

Altom Transport, Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate safe, reliable transportation of hazmat liquids in bulk tankers. You will manage daily dispatch, support drivers, and keep shipments moving safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates understand tanker operations, communicate clearly, and adapt quickly to schedule changes. This family-owned company has operated since 1948 and offers competitive benefits and steady work in a team environment.