Nighttime Dispatcher………7 Nights on / 7 Nights off. Shifts begin at 6:00 P.M.
LJ Rogers Trucking is a 38-year-old, family owned & operated full-service truckload carrier headquartered in Mebane, NC.
Key Responsibilities:
• Nighttime Dispatcher will collaborate with drivers and customers, troubleshoot issues, and maintain documentation for logistics operations.
• Communication: Maintaining regular contact with drivers throughout the night, providing updates, addressing issues, and relaying crucial information.
• Monitoring and Tracking: Tracking driver progress, vehicle location, and potential delays or problems that may arise.
• Problem Solving: Addressing unexpected situations, such as truck breakdowns or route changes, and finding efficient solutions to keep operations running smoothly.
• Documentation: Keeping detailed records of all dispatching activities, driver information, and any relevant incidents.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with drivers and other team members, especially over the phone and potentially through text or other digital communication methods.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze situations quickly and find effective solutions to unexpected issues that may arise overnight.
• Basic Computer Skills: Familiarity with dispatching software and general office software applications.
• Knowledge of Trucking Regulations: Understanding of Hours of Service (HOS) rules and other relevant regulations.
• Prior Trucking or Dispatch Experience (preferred): Familiarity with the trucking industry and dispatch operations is required.
• Familiarity with McLeod and/or Samsara software would be a plus.
Working Conditions:
• Overnight Shifts: Night dispatchers work during nighttime hours, at our terminal, to oversee the movement of trucks and deliveries.
Benefits:
• Affordable Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision & More)
• 401K Plan with generous company match
Here’s a link to our website: www.lj-rogers.com
Email resume through this Craig's List post.