Dispatcher

Full job description

Davis Express, Inc., located in Starke, FL, is a refrigerated carrier using company drivers serving the Southeastern United States. We have an opportunity for highly motivated professional individuals to help strengthen our Operations team. We are currently seeking Dispatchers in our Operations Department at our main terminal in Starke, Florida off Highway 301.

Job Description: Our operation runs 24/7 which requires personnel to work a rotating schedule of 4 -12 hour shifts per week working 50% of the weekends per year (work 5 straight weekends and then off 5 straight weekends). These positions are hourly positions and overtime is paid accordingly. Newly hired operations staff is placed on the night shift. As day shift positions become available, employees are moved to day shift based on seniority.

Job Duties:

· Communicating load information with drivers by phone, satellite communication, or in person

· Answering inbound driver calls & satellite communication from drivers

· Resolving driver issues as they may arise and coordinating with appropriate departments to resolve those issues

· Working close with load planner to maximize driver productivity & ensure driver gets home in a timely manner

· Disburse funds for Lumpers, Washouts, & Maintenance repairs

Job Benefits:

· Salary: $53,000- $55,000 per year

· Job Type: Full-time

· Competitive compensation and benefits: * Employee and Child(ren) Health Insurance - Covered by Cigna Network (2 Plan Options)

· Free Employee Only Dental Insurance – Family Coverage Available

· Vision Insurance (Employee, Spouse, or Family Coverage)

· Short & Long Term Disability

· Critical Illness & Accident Insurance (Employee, Spouse, or Family Coverage)

· Life and AD&D Insurance

· Free $20,000 Life Insurance Policy

· 3 Weeks Paid Time Off

· 401K Plan with matching

Requirements:

· Exceptional people skills

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Great time management and organizational skills

· Excellent Computer Skills, including knowledge of basic Windows Operations

· Be able to handle a fast pace environment and the ability to multitask

· Positive Attitude

· Attentive to Details

Schedule:

· 12 hour shift

· Holidays

· Night shift

· Overtime

· Weekends as needed

No Phone Calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace. Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,000 - $55,000