Transportation Dispatcher - Logistics Specialist

Sprint Transport, LLC; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquid transportation is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher. This entry-level role involves scheduling drivers, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring timely service for customers. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a service-oriented attitude, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a team committed to safety and efficiency in the petrochemical industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation or logistics work preferred.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Plan schedules and dispatch drivers, monitor routes.
• Answer driver/customer calls and assist with troubleshooting.
• Coordinate logistics of daily workload for drivers.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

TMW

Job description

Transportation Dispatcher - Logistics Specialist

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Job Description

The Transportation Dispatcher is responsible for scheduling drivers to pick up or deliver loads to customers and serves as a point of contact for drivers, customers, and internal departments, such as Billing. Responsibilities include answering calls, monitoring emails, troubleshooting shipment issues, compiling drivers’ paperwork, and ensuring customers are serviced in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan schedules and dispatch drivers, monitor routes, and proactively plan to avoid delays
• Daily interaction with drivers, maintenance employees, and Sprint personnel from other terminals
• Answer driver/customer calls and assist with troubleshooting
• Coordinate with customers and drivers for timely pick-ups and deliveries
• Coordinate logistics of daily workload for drivers, as well as coordination with shop manager
• Serve as a liaison between drivers and office administration
• Some nightly and weekend on-call responsibilities
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in transportation or logistics work preferred
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, and Internet data-searching skills
• Experience using truck management software systems, such as TMW, preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer-service skills
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Service-oriented attitude
• Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Company Description

Sprint Transport, LLC specializes in hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquid transportation within the petrochemical industry. Our fleet includes specialized chemical trailers, both insulated and non-insulated stainless steel. We operate long-haul and local routes from terminals near Houston’s petrochemical hub, Baton Rouge, the Golden Triangle, and Freeport. We are committed to safety, employing experienced drivers with an average of over 10 years of experience, and providing ongoing safety training. Trust us for safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Truck Transportation