• Freight Dispatcher

    Davidson Logistics (Bridgeton, MO)


    Are you a talented Freight Dispatcher looking for a new opportunity? Come join the team at Davidson Logistics! If you are passionate about trucking and consistently go out of your way to learn and master new skills, we want you on our team! Build your driving skills in a supportive environment with room to grow in your career.

     

    PAY: Up to $55,000- $60,000 (Depending on experience)

     

    HOURS: Monday-Friday; 7:30AM - 4:00PM Including a rotating Saturday shift working 8:00AM – 12:00PM

     

    BENEFITS: Davidson Logistics offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, 401(k), 401(k) match, Paid time off, casual work environment and more.

     

    TITLE: Freight Dispatcher

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Take on the responsibility for efficient and cost-effective scheduling of deliveries and routing of trucks

    + Working with ELD requirements

    + Assist with onboarding and managing company drivers

    + Monitor and track DOT requirements for drivers

    + Schedule pick-ups and drop offs from suppliers and customers

    + Schedule repairs and maintenance of trucks and other company equipment

    + Maintain technical and computer skills and capability to effectively use distribution and office software

    + Oversee that the manifests are run and given to drivers in a timely fashion

    + Take telephone orders and other information related to delivery of merchandise

    + Routing telephone inquires

    + Attend company meetings as requested

    + Assist in taking scheduled inventories

    + Coordinate activities with department heads and branch sales personnel

    + Follow company policies and procedures

    + Other duties as assigned

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Interpersonal skills; ability to foster teamwork and motivate/coach others

    + Ability to find shipments on various load boards

    + Able to converse with customers, brokers and drivers professionally

    + Ability to work in fast-paced, constantly changing environment

    + Regular and reliable attendance

    Education and Experience:

    + Must have at least 2 years of truck dispatching experience

    + HS/GED or equivalent experience required

    + Knowledge of local and regional geographical area

    + Knowledge of HAZMAT transport preferred

    + Familiar with ELD requirements

    Physical Requirements

    + Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, grasping, and feeling

    + Repetitive sitting, manual dexterity for key board, talking, and hearing

    + Clarity of vision - no special requirements, viewing computer screens & reports

    + Active and Sedentary work - exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently

     

    This position reports to the General Manager

     

    If you're ready to take the next step in your driving career, apply today!