Dispatcher

Dispatch is responsible for the daily productivity of the Adams Transit truck drivers.  This team works directly with customers and brokers, ensuring operational success and financial profitability while providing on-time Service Excellence . They communicate directly with the drivers, handle computer input of daily assignments, monitor the electronic logs and help to bring new drivers on-board.

Main duties include:

• Managing daily pick-up and delivery assignments for the fleet, including minimizing down time and keeping the drivers moving

• DOT Compliance/FMCSA

• Answering calls that come into the department (mainly brokers and drivers)

• Coaching truck drivers when issues arise, cultivating their skills and performance as drivers

• Promoting teamwork among coworkers and drivers

Benefits

• Health insurance with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability
• Flexible Spending
• 401k with a match
• Paid Time Off after 6 months
• Referral bonus program

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of industry experience in fleet management or operations capacity within the transportation industry •
• A thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
• Must have effective multi-tasking abilities
• Good written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communicating with peers, drivers, etc.)
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems/programs
• Ability to function in (at times) a high stress environment and problem solve
• Former experience as a truck driver a plus
• Current CDL also very helpful