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Dispatcher

Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Posted: 09/30/2024 Job Number: 1590

Job Description

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
  • Ensures loads and drivers are dispatched in the most cost effective and economical manner.
  • Acts in a supervisory capacity to the Hittman drivers/owner operators (15-30 drivers each), including responsibility for directing their work, performance/discipline and providing hire/fire recommendations.
  • Plans routes and dispatches company drivers/owner operators using fleet and transportation management software.
  • Orders all overweight permits to reduce complications for cask shipments.
  • Approves company driver timesheets/expenses to ensure accurate compensation.
  • Analyzes driver Hours of Service to ensure proper load planning and ensure on-time delivery of loads.
  • Inputs accessorial pay for owner operators to ensure accurate settlement pay.
  • Provides all drivers with the appropriate paperwork (i.e., permits, bill of ladings, trip sheets) to reduce complications and ensure compliance.
  • Monitors trailer inventory and leases or terminates leases as business levels dictate.
  • Coordinates all trailer moves.
  • Coordinates the availability of tractors, trailers and drivers.
  • Communicates with customers to determine weights for permits.
  • Communicates with Customer Service to determine load levels and shift loads or outsource as needed.
  • Coordinates overweight/over dimensional shipments with local and state authorities in various states to reduce complications and ensure compliance.
  • Schedules escort services for overweight/over dimensional shipments as needed.
  • Communicates with accounting to ensure correct billing of overweight permits.
  • Maximizes load efficiencies.
  • Coordinates with carriers when outsourcing is required.
  • Reviews and approves vendor invoices.
  • May provide supervision to Dispatcher 1.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements/Skills
  • Must have detailed knowledge of US Geography
  • General knowledge of DOT permit requirements and Hours of Service
  • Strong communication skills required
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Basic knowledge of TMW transportation management software preferred
Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
  • Certified radiation worker and forklift operator
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements
Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience
Certifications
  • None required
Required Experience
  • Minimum of  7 years experience in the transportation industry
Preferred Experience
  • Prior management experience

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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