DISPATCHER for CDL Truck Drivers/Transportation Job at C&S Wholesale Grocers, Plant City, FL

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  • C&S Wholesale Grocers
  • Plant City, FL

Job Description

Position Overview

As a Dispatcher with the C&S Family of Companies, you serve as the primary point of contact for a group of professional drivers (primarily Class A CDL holders). This role is responsible for dispatching loads and ensuring the drivers are set up for success- communicating special instructions for each assignment, assigning the correct equipment, and providing coordination as needed. The dispatcher is tasked with executing the day's workload and informing the correct stakeholders (internal and external) of any deviations from plan. Additionally, this role plays a vital role in creating a culture of safety and in prompt issue resolution- removing obstacles and informing leadership of issues raised / created by drivers or customers.

Benefits from Day1!

Schedule: 1st or 2nd shift (To be determined)

(Must have open availibility and flexible)

$20.00 Per Hour / 40 Hour work week / onsite

  • Review routing and scheduling plan for the shift to ensure all assignments are covered.Dispatch routes and relay information, instruction, and/or messages to drivers. Ensure every driver has what they need to be successful for the day.If loads are uncovered, work with the team to develop a coverage plan, and communicate accordingly.
  • Utilize appropriate channels to clearly communicate information pertaining to daily transportation operations. Issues may include, but are not limited to: delivery time / plan adjustments, missing product, hours of service issues, safety incidents, etc.Update customer portal when applicable
  • Engage with the driver workforce. Help site leadership create a best in class work environment. Promptly escalate issues to management and offer solutions on how to resolve.
  • Responsible for updating the dispatch system to ensure accuracy of information. When a driver returns, complete a debrief process to see how the driver's day went, review paperwork, and make system updates as needed.
  • Answer phones in a professional manner- troubleshoot and escalate when necessary.
  • Complete daily safety observations ensuring transportation associates are utilizing preferred work practices.
  • Ensure drivers are compliant with DOT regulations regarding Hours of Service.
  • Travel Required:No

Environment

  • Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

  • Specialized Knowledge : CDL, General computing ability, Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations, Bi-Lingual English/Spanish (Preferred)
  • Special Skills : Ability to multi-task, Interpersonal skills, Communication (written and oral), Telephone etiquette.
  • Physical abilities: :
  • Other: :

Years Of Experience

  • 2-5 Years Experience : Dispatching experience in a high paced and dynamic environment, knowledge of DOT Compliance, experience in transportation.

Qualifications

Driver Engagement, High School Diploma - General Studies, Planning & Execution, Transportation Communication, Transportation Safety

Shift

2nd Shift (United States of America)

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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