Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle TN; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee seeks a Transportation Coordinator to manage dispatching, DOT compliance, and maintenance scheduling within the Transportation Department in Nashville.

The role supports drivers and partners, coordinates with managers to meet expectations, tracks routes, and ensures safety and food-safety standards, contributing to a culture of belonging and efficient service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Dispatching and coordinating transportation operations.
• Ensure DOT compliance and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Maintain driver, truck, and trailer appearance to standards.
• Coordinate with Dispatch Supervisor and Transportation Director to optimize load capacity.
• Ensure food safety procedures are followed inbound and outbound.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Microsoft Office

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Wise Systems

Samsara

Microsoft Office

Job description

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee seeks a Transportation Coordinator to manage dispatching, DOT compliance, and maintenance scheduling within the Transportation Department in Nashville.

The role supports drivers and partners, coordinates with managers to meet expectations, tracks routes, and ensures safety and food-safety standards, contributing to a culture of belonging and efficient service.