Dispatcher/Driver Manager

Universal Environmental Services, a prominent used oil collector in the southeastern United States, is seeking a dedicated Driver Manager to oversee transportation operations. With a robust fleet of over 150 service and transport vehicles, UES is committed to environmental excellence and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

· Paid Vacations, Holidays, Personal Time, etc.

· Paid Overtime hours

· Group Health Insurance Benefits after 30 days

· 401(K) with a generous company match

· Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term, Long Term Disability

· Very Competitive compensation package

Job description

· Coordinate and oversee all Driver and Fleet operations aspects, including scheduling, routing, and dispatching drivers.

· Utilize drivers’ hours of service and availability to optimize fleet performance and efficiency.

· Monitor and maintain fleet maintenance schedules to ensure vehicles are in optimal condition.

· Collaborate with drivers and logistics manager to streamline transportation planning.

· Manage shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

· Perform data entry tasks accurately to maintain up-to-date records.

Requirements

· Proven experience in driver management, dispatch or related field.

· Strong knowledge of transportation planning and logistics operations.

· Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.

· Proficiency in systems like Eroads, Samsara and Excel.

· Strong data entry skills for maintaining accurate records.

· Knowledge of Trucking/ Tank Trailers/Capacities/Commodities.

· Knowledge of DOT regulations pertaining to drivers and equipment.

Job Duties:

· Ideal candidate must be able to read, write and speak English

· Ability to lead/coach and be the direct point of contact for drivers.

· Answer a high volume of driver-related calls fielding questions on load schedules, load information, directions, help breakdowns, and equipment repairs and maintenance.

· Minimize driver turnover by building strong relationships with each driver with a professional, respectful demeanor and a focus on driver success.

· Identify any potential customer service issues and notify appropriate parties.

· Analyze driver schedules and build routes, optimizing hours of service (HOS), mileage and truck capacity.

· Work with internal and external customers to arrange delivery appointment times, gather direction and any special instructions required.

Additional Functions:

· Ensure efficient turnaround for loads working with Logistics Manager to identify potential back-hauls to minimize driver down time.

· Implement Driver contingency plans to secure on-time deliveries in the event of breakdowns or accidents.

· Monitor routing to ensure DOT compliance regarding all DOT regulations and HOS requirements.

· Ability to work on call after hours as required to manage driver issues, breakdowns, spills and accidents. (potential for night or weekend work).

· Maintain Driver DOT Records in the JJ Keller system

· Maintain vehicle maintenance records

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Trunking experience?
• Do you have knowledge of DOT compliance and regulations?
• Do you have knowledge of tank trailers, capacities, and commodities?

Experience:

• Dispatching: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Peachtree City, GA 30269: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000 - $55,000