Job Type Full-timeDescriptionBurton Logistics Solutions is seeking candidates for the position of a Full Time Transportation Dispatcher.Location: Burlington NCResponsibilities:
- Scheduling drivers to make freight deliveries and pick-ups.
- Communicating with customers about freight details, delivery or pickup times, and special handling requests.
- Planning pre-determined routes and accommodating route changes as needed.
- Preparing dispatch documents, as well as generating freight bills and invoices.
- Maintaining records of dispatched calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pickup times.
- Keeping track of transportation regulations and laws to ensure that truck drivers comply.
- Reviewing drivers' logs, including dispatched calls and arrival times.
- Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
- Logging customer shipping schedules and complaints.
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) match
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance.
- Holiday and Vacation pay
Burton Logistics Solutions is a private-owned company founded in the 1980's. Our company is a full logistics provider with capabilities of warehousing/distribution, storage, freight brokerage, and freight transportation (local, dedicated, regional, and OTR lanes). We are an asset-based carrier with a current daily dispatch of 50+ drivers. Our main dispatch terminal is located at 1603 Anthony Rd Burlington NC. Additional details of our company may be found via website RequirementsRequirements of position:
- Experience as a Dispatcher or similar position within Transportation, Supply Chain or Logistics.
- CDL Class A license preferred but not required.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to work under pressure and time management.
- Extensive experience to include supervision of drivers, communicating with customers regarding dispatch, generation of freight bills and invoices.
- Experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS) - McLeod.
- Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to monitor drivers' logs, truck maintenance schedules, and repairs.
- Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Salary Description $20 hour starting salary