Job Type
Full-time
Reese, MI
Description
The Opportunity:
Propane/Tandem Dispatcher– Reese, Michigan
Full-time with benefits
This is NOT a remote position
Could this be you?
Our DHT Logistics team is looking for a reliable, critical-thinking propane dispatcher. Our ideal candidate must be able to work in a cubicle/teamwork setting with weekend availability. The propane dispatcher will be responsible for using routing software to establish daily trucking routes that make required stops outlined in customer contracts. Our ideal candidate will have extensive verifiable dispatch experience in the trucking industry. Experience in hazardous materials/pressurized commodities/fuel commodities is required.
Ideal candidate does not have to have dispatched Class A trucks. Dispatch of Class B home delivery trucks experience is sufficient.
Candidate must understand the seasonality of the propane/butane/fuel commodity industry and be able to adapt to same.
In this role you will:
- Develop daily and emergency delivery routes and maintain contact with drivers throughout the shift.
- Collaborate with management to modify daily routes to accommodate the needs of customers.
- Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and customers to reduce the stress that comes with last minute schedule changes.
- Monitor any sudden route changes or road construction issues; work with drivers to establish new routes for timely deliveries.
- Schedule and dispatch workers, equipment, and/or service vehicles to appropriate locations, according to customer requests, specifications, and needs.
Compensation Package:
- Employee- Owned Company.
- 401K with Partial Employer Match after 90 days.
- Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) after 30 days.
- Short-term & Long-term disability.
- Paid Vacation after 1 year. Paid time off after 90 days.
- Company provided Life Insurance (with buy up option).
- Legal Shield & ID Theft Protection.
- Health Savings Account.
- Pet Insurance.
Requirements
What you need:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to work on site in a team environment, have weekend availability, and be comfortable being on-call.
- Strong knowledge of the roadways throughout the immediate area.
- Ability to work independently within a team environment in high pressure situations.
- 1+ years Dispatcher experience required.
*1 + years experience in pressurized gas commodity dispatch highly preferred.
