Dispatcher

Position Description

Job title:

Dispatcher

Company:

General Transport, Inc. Akron, Ohio
Reports to: Operations Manager
Responsibilities:

• Dispatch drivers in areas throughout the United States
• Able to communicate with drivers, shippers and consignees in a professional manner
• Responsible for giving directions to drivers and setting delivery appointments
• Negotiate rates with brokers when loads are needed to fill trucks
• Perform duties for brokerage company as work load demands
• Willing to handle minimal after- hours phone calls
• Follow company policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Reacts well under pressure; follows through on commitments.
• Balance customer demands and company resources of drivers and equipment effectively

Experience:

Experience in transportation industry is required; brokerage experience a plus.

Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
• Effective; results-oriented; persistent
• Strong negotiation skills is a must
• Computer skills-Experience with McLeod TMS operating system a benefit
• Able to speak clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations
• Professional phone skills
• Trustworthy; able to work independently as well as within a team

Hours:

Standard business hours; Monday through Friday; some after- hours calls may be required.

Travel/Physical requirements:

This position requires the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. No travel is required.

About General Transport:

General Transport is a truckload carrier with over 40 years of business in Akron, Ohio. We are a growth-oriented company seeking to build a team of professionals interested in a rewarding career in the transportation industry. General Transport offers a motivating work environment, a competitive salary program and generous hospitalization and 401k benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person