Dispatcher

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Ensures Client needs and commitments are met - Dispatch drivers and respond to Drivers calls - Ensure compliance with DOT regulations - Notify drivers of assignments and direct their activities to ensure cargo is picked up and delivered - Maintain information on shipments and ensures proper paperwork required - Update data base on all dispatched move - Other duties as assigned OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES: - Knowledge of local geographic market. - Accurate typing skills and/or data entry skills. - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. - Responds promptly and professionally to client needs. - Read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents. - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. - Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. - Good vision and depth perception required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment - Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus - Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - High School Diploma or GED - Minimum 1 to 3 years, rel...