Job Description
Denning Companies is actively looking for a dispatcher to join our asset based trucking company, Silver Creek Carriers. Daily load planning and coordination, as well as driver communication, are the duties of the position. The chosen applicants will possess great communication skills, multitasking abilities, and geographic proficiency. The goal of this position will be to cultivate new clientele as well. Prior experience in the logistics industry is required.
Compensation:
- $45,000 - $120,000 with the opportunity to earn incentives based on performance monthly.
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday 7:30 am -5:00 pm. This position is required to work in our office setting.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental/Vision Insurance
- Aflac
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
Responsibilities:
- Managing truck drivers’ schedules and routes
- Scheduling freight to be picked up and delivered
- Providing shipping details to customers
- Reviewing logs of truck drivers
- Documenting all calls, deliveries, routes and times for pickups and deliveries
- Completing paperwork related to shipments
- Negotiating rates and delivery time lines
- Sales Calls
Requirements:
- Knowledge of DAT and Truckstop Load Boards
- Knowledge of DOT regulations
- Minimum 1 Year Transportation Experience
- Excellent Communication Skills