Dispatcher coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
DISPATCHER
PRIMARY PURPOSE & FUNCTION:
Maintain safe and effective control and coordination of all equipment, materials and personnel between shorebases and job location. Must maintain liaison between customer, shorebase and various vendors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Additional training may be required in order to meet company or customer standards or expectations.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
Materials Expeditor, Loading and Unloading Crews, Vendor Deliveries, Marine Crews, and Helicopter Pilots
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Bending/Stooping/Kneeling Frequent
Climbing Occasional
Full Motor Capability Frequent
Hearing Constant
High Eye-Hand Coordination Frequent
Keyboarding Frequent
Lifting - Heavy (<50 Lbs.) Occasional
Reaching/Pulling/Pushing Occasional
Sight Acuity Far Occasional
Sight Acuity Near Frequent
Sight Depth & Color Acuity Frequent Sitting at Video Display Terminal Frequent Standing and/or Walking Frequent
Talking (Loud and/or Clear) Frequent
Note that these physical requirements will not preclude disabled applicants who may be reasonably accommodated under the Americans With Disabilities ACT ("ADA")
COMPANY POLICY/PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE
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