What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Giltner Transportation?
Job Position: Dispatcher
Location: Jerome, Idaho
Employment Type: Full-time
Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k)
Business: Transportation Company
Schedule: 4-on, 4-off rotating schedule.
Day shift: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dispatcher Job Description:
This position is responsible for using the latest in routing software to establish daily trucking routes and maintain contact with drivers throughout the day. The successful candidate for this position needs to be able to adjust to last-minute changes, communicate with customers and drivers to record details about shipments, arrange pick-up times, and discuss any special handling issues.
Dispatcher Responsibilities:
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Establish routes
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Build and maintain relationships and contact with drivers
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Schedule pick-up and delivery appointments
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Track loads
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Communicate and maintain relationships with customers
Dispatcher Qualifications:
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Industry experience preferred
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Positive attitude
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Strong written and oral communication skills are essential
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Ability to work in a team environment in high-pressure situations
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Multitasking
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Problem-solving skills
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Computer experience
What We Offer:
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Opportunity for Professional & Personal Growth
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Flexible Spending Account
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Aflac
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401(k)
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PTO
Who We Are:
At Giltner Transportation, we move freight safely while treating every load as an opportunity to demonstrate our high quality, dependable service. Our company prides itself on consistently providing service that exceeds 98% on-time throughout the country. Giltner operates 200 state-of-the-art tractors and trailers of which we can track the location and temperature of every load via satellite. Our people, technologies, and business practices are among the best in the trucking industry and we strive to give our customers a simple and reliable shipping solution.
Giltner Transportation - The Better Move.
*Pre-employment reference check, background check, and drug screen are required for all positions within Giltner.