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Houston, TX 77015

Posted: 11/14/2022 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Other Area(s) Job Number: 401 Pay Rate: 17.00

Job Description

Schedule drivers to make freight deliveries.
Communicate with customers about freight details, delivery or pickup times, and special handling requests.
Prepare dispatch documents, as well as generating freight bills and invoices.
Maintain records of dispatched calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pickup times.
Keep track of transportation regulations and laws to ensure that truck drivers comply.
Review drivers’ logs, including dispatched calls and arrival times.
Monitor truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
Log customer shipping schedules and complaints.

Truck Dispatcher Requirements:

High school diploma or GED.
2-3 years of experience as a truck dispatcher is a PLUS.
Exceptional ability to schedule drivers, plan routes, and dispatch drivers to customer locations.
Experience in customer services, as well as generating freight bills and invoices.
Experience with Transportation Management Software is a PLUS.
Working experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Express.
Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws.
Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Days: Monday through Friday

Hours: 7:00 am to 4:30 pm

(Current working schedule may be 8:00 am to 5:00 pm)