Night Linehaul Dispatcher - On-Time Shipments & Capacity

Federal Express Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Indianapolis is seeking a Dispatch Associate responsible for the dispatch of transportation equipment in linehaul plans and ensuring on-time deliveries while maximizing trailer usage.

You will enter dispatch events into the TMS, verify equipment location, monitor load status, and support safety initiatives while coordinating with management on delays and incidents.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Dispatch experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute dispatch of transportation equipment as per Linehaul plan.
• Ensure Linehaul dispatch and arrival rules follow company procedures.
• Dispatch cargo to maximize trailer volume and meet delivery obligations.
• Enter dispatch events into the TMS for on-time delivery and pickup.
• Verify equipment location via yard inventories.
• Verify trailer load status and report missing equipment.
• Communicate safety initiatives to promote a safety-conscious culture.
• Investigate delays, accidents, and equipment failures; implement contingency plans.
• Review DOT roadside violations and report to management.
• Compile data and provide regular and ad-hoc reports to management.
• Assist with BC(S)A audit activity by retrieving data/files for review.
• Review TLCRs to ensure proper completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Microsoft Office

TMS software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Indianapolis is seeking a Dispatch Associate responsible for the dispatch of transportation equipment in linehaul plans and ensuring on-time deliveries while maximizing trailer usage.

You will enter dispatch events into the TMS, verify equipment location, monitor load status, and support safety initiatives while coordinating with management on delays and incidents.