Dispatcher

This position will be responsible for effective driver utilization to maximize customer satisfaction through the dispatching and coordination of CDL Drivers and equipment. Responsibilities include supervising, planning and assigning workload.

Essential Duties:
- Dispatch drivers and equipment to ensure efficient utilization and minimum delay time
- maintain communication and ensure employees have adequate knowledge and resources to accomplish assigned duties.
- Administers and supports safety to ensure a safe work place and to be in compliance with DOT regulations and multi- state laws.
- utilize independent judgment and effectively manage work assignments, monitor performance and provide feedback on duties, policies and procedures.
- Coordinates equipment repair with appropriate maintenance staff to reduce mechanical failures and delays.
- Completes necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner to ensure and efficient and steady flow of information.
- Meet committed delivery times and ensuring quality service.
- Confidently making good decisions under time pressure.
- Communicate effectively both in person and on the phone with management, customers and drivers, providing concise instruction or information.
Other Skills Needed:
- Effective attention to detail, organization, planning and prioritization skills.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- The ability to effectively coordinate deliveries with customers.
- The ability to multi-task.
Must be able to work calmly under pressure in a fast paced environment.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to work long hours 12 to 14 hour days
- Must be flexible to changing schedule and be willing to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
- Able to work independently with some direction.
- Effective listening and good phone skills.
Problem-solving analytical ability
- capable of following written instructions and documented procedures
- Able to handle difficult internal and external customers with diplomacy and tact
- team player who works productively with wide range of people
- working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations.

About Aerotek Professional Services:

Join Aerotek Professional Services®. Our customized employment solutions and personalized approach give job seekers access to great opportunities with competitive salaries. Aerotek offers comprehensive benefits that can include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone; put it in the hands of a specialist. Launch or rejuvenate your career today with Aerotek Professional Services! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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