Route Dispatcher: Lead Driver Scheduling

SA Recycling; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental

401k with a Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Dispatcher to manage shipment schedules, assign and dispatch drivers for pickups and deliveries, plan routes, and provide rate quotes and analysis while maintaining top-level service for drivers and suppliers.

The role is on-site and involves working outdoors in varying weather. Strong knowledge of FMCSR/DOT rules, and proficiency with MS Office, are valued. Fluency in English and Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience preferred.
• Understanding of FMCSR and DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch company or contracted drivers to deliver and pick up a wide range of materials from supplier locations and other SA Recycling facilities.
• Provide drivers with the relevant information to ensure prompt pickups and deliveries to ensure high levels of supplier satisfaction.
• Coordinate with drivers to resolve any issues, problems, or concerns that arise during delivery or pick up.
• Monitor the routes and statuses of all trucks to coordinate and prioritize scheduling to optimize efficiencies.
• Communicate with suppliers on driver schedules and address any concerns or route changes.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations, including FMCSR and DOT, as well as SA Recycling policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Provide management with prompt communication of events and reporting.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Bilingual English & Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Job description

SA Recycling is seeking a Dispatcher to manage shipment schedules, assign and dispatch drivers for pickups and deliveries, plan routes, and provide rate quotes and analysis while maintaining top-level service for drivers and suppliers.

The role is on-site and involves working outdoors in varying weather. Strong knowledge of FMCSR/DOT rules, and proficiency with MS Office, are valued. Fluency in English and Spanish is a plus.