What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator position at Tandem Specialized Inc.?
Tandem Specialized is a successful Northern Michigan based trucking company looking to add to our Freight Planning & Dispatch team at our Grayling, Michigan location. We are a regional flatbed trucking company with 45 trucks and 65 trailers, operating throughout the Midwest, with a strong focus on heavy-haul freight in the state of Michigan. We are seeking an individual who thrives on taking initiative, is not afraid of change, and strives for continuous improvement in all processes.
Schedule
- Full-Time, Monday to Friday
- Periodic Safety Meetings (2-3 Saturday’s/year)
Job Description
- Responsible for accurate and timely dispatch of drivers.
- Preparation of various reports.
- Monitoring driver HOS for proper dispatching and customer load requirements.
- Resolve issues that could affect scheduled appointment times.
- Communicate with the customers.
- Accurate tracking of equipment to ensure profitability and minimal loss.
- Provide creative solutions to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Rotating on-call schedule after hours and on weekends.
- Professional attitude and able to work in fast paced environment.
- Participate in periodic trainings and safety meetings
Pay
- Paid semi-monthly
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Simple IRA with up to 3% match on earnings
- Paid Time-Off, Holiday Pay, Bereavement Pay
Experience Requirements
- Planning or Dispatching of 1 years required
- 3 years of planning or dispatch preferred
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in dispatch or trucking industry
- High school diploma or equivalent education is required
- College Degree is Preferred
- Knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations
- Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office products
- Professionalism
- Customer service skills
- Strong communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Willingness to solve problems with critical thinking
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000