Weekend Dispatcher

The shift for this job is Friday through Monday- NOT NEGOTIABLE. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Dispatch loads to drivers and ensure that all vital information is passed onto the driver to increase the satisfaction of external customers
• Trace all shipments transported by drivers
• Manage the performance and time-off of all drivers in fleet
• Issue purchase orders to reimburse drivers for out-pocket road expenses
• Route drivers to ensure that D.O.T. requirements are met as well as fuel stop requirements
• Satisfy the mileage expectations of drivers in their fleet by monitoring and working closely with Load Planners

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in a business related or communication field preferred
• Previous dispatch work experience in the trucking industry may be substituted for education
• Two (2) years of dispatch experience preferred
• Good phone and communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and good with following-up on unfinished tasks
• Basic personal computer or host terminal skills required

Benefits We Offer:

At KLLM, we value our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – two medical plan options to fit your needs
• Company-Paid Life Insurance $25,000 – additional voluntary life and AD&D coverage available
• Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

KLLM is one of the largest temperature-controlled truckload carriers in the United States, transporting within the 48 contiguous states and Mexico!