Dispatcher in Greenville , South Carolina at Metromont

POSITION PURPOSE

The Dispatcher receives shipping requirements from each job and dispatches drivers daily.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order and delivery of all permits as needed for each day's delivery.
• Arrange escorts/flag cars when needed.
• Research and find new flag car companies when needed out of state.
• Capture pilot car services and cost in CV per load. Approve payments for shuttle in VP
• Record service disruptions, time, and action taken.
• Review orders in CV and strategically plan drivers to be the most efficient and cost effective for Metromont.
• Participate in any required planning meetings.
• Send load requirements to third party haulers.
• Send shipping tickets to all Metromont drivers.
• Monitor all the loads for the day to ensure they make it to the correct location on time.
• Remain in constant contact with all drivers.
• Monitor daily list of loaded and empty trailers from drop lots.
• Update permit /regulation binders as needed.
• Send emails/correspondence to Transportation Supervisor/Manager and Yard manager as to when pieces will be available and ready to ship.
• Review all jobs in CV as needed to ensure the erectors have orders in with a 3-day minimum. Notify the supervisor if any erector is not maintaining orders in CV.
• Work with Erectors to ensure that loads arrive on time per order in CV.
• Supply drivers with directions and contacts for jobs.
• Assist the warehouse with material deliveries when needed.
• Must adhere to all Metromont, DOT, and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Housekeeping as necessary to maintain work area, tools, and equipment are clean and orderly.

How do we take care of you?

Benefits:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision Insurance, Telehealth, and Health Savings Account available on your first day of employment
• Wellness Program to support employee health
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation
• 7 paid holidays
• Safety Shoe voucher - $150
• Continuing Education Program
• $1,000 New Hire Bonus ($500 after 90 days of employment and $500 after 180 days of employment)

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2-year degree or trucking experience preferred

CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Friendly and customer-focused
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
• Maintain neat and professional work area
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors