What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Dispatcher 4 On/ 4 Off position at COX PETROLEUM TRANSPORT?
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Cox Petroleum Transport is a family owned & operated petroleum transportation company with terminals located throughout Northern, Central, and Southern California.
Job Summary:
The Dispatcher position will coordinate scheduled delivery orders, drivers, and trucks and assist in building driver shifts based on available equipment, clearances, routes, and inventory needs.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
· Ensure driver and equipment availability to perform on-time deliveries.
· Dispatch deliveries and pick-ups considering all aspects of safety, on-time performance and driver hours of service
· Optimize the use of the truck fleet by efficiently scheduling and prioritizing customer orders and requests
· Troubleshoots and resolves potential delivery and pick-up problems before they result in service issues
· Serve as the point of contact for customers and drivers with regard to job orders and schedule
· Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork
Rotating Schedule:
· 4 on/4 off, 12-hour schedule
Skills and Experience:
· High School diploma or equivalent
· Good problem-solving skills
· Ability to work well in a team environment
- Effective communication skills including verbal, written and listening skills
- Professional phone and email etiquette are a must
- Strong computer skills with data entry accuracy are required
- Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills desired
- Experience in TMW/Logistical software a plus
- One year of dispatch preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dispatching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location