Dispatcher, Transportation

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.

Pay: $24.38-$26.63 hourly

The Dispatcher is responsible for scheduling deliveries and credit returns efficiently. This position works with sales, yard personnel, and customers to make this happen. Examples include communicating with sales about their delivery needs, providing yard personnel with delivery invoices, and assisting drivers with challenges that appear on their routes. The Dispatcher’s efforts to coordinate between sales and yard personnel helps support our mission of Legendary Service through Teamwork.

Qualifications Ability to speak, write, and read English required OSHA Certified Forklift License1 year dispatching experience

Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the jobMust be able to type 30+ WPM Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Knowledge of dispatching and fleet management principles, practices, and protocols

Knowledge of dimension lumber and panel products and other building materials

Knowledge of home and commercial construction principles, practices, and protocols

Ability to read and interpret maps Duties and Responsibilities Efficiently schedule delivery orders and credit returns

Comes to work professionally groomed and attired

Maintains yard cleanliness and holds team accountable for such behavior

Introduces himself/herself to customers and/or vendors when the opportunity arises

Ensures that credit returns are picked up in a timely manner

Schedules backorders to make sure they are handled as a top priority

Conducts regular ride-a-longs with drivers and job shadowing in yard Acknowledges team member's great work Proactively seeking to improve damage and cull figures

Holds team accountable for assets for proper usage, lost, and cleanliness

Seeks out tasks or training opportunities that may help in career advancement

Reviews productivity reports and identifies opportunities for improvement

Completes required Blue-Volt training in a timely manner

Remain current on changing Federal and State laws in regards to interstate commerce and the operation of commercial motor vehicles

Efficiently schedules delivery orders and returns in DDMSUnderstands weight, height, and length limits for DOT compliance

Uses resources to seek information, partners with others in the company to solve problems

Opens and closes yard as needed

Assists drivers with job site and road challenges

Schedules loads in an effort to maximize OTIFAssists with yearly inventory

Effectively manages Outlook and personal notebook

Holds people accountable for maintaining schedule

Communicates when over length and overweight permits are needed

Ensures all paperwork, licensing, permits insurance certificate and truck books are orderly and kept up to date Works to improve truck turn time in the yard, can point to improvements team has made Effectively knows how to manage truck journey value

Understands how efficiently order blocks, hangers and other supplies we use Facilitates group discussions with key members for best practices

Seeks out product transactions and order history

Uses interyard transfer system

Prepares and submits monthly fuel and mileage reports

Involved in management team's efforts to reduce turnover

Assists Fleet Manager in maintaining a safe, efficient and well-kept fleet

Assists Driver Trainer in maintaining a safe, efficient well-trained staff of drivers

Completes falcon order entry as needed

Wears high visibility/proper uniform

Reviews daily equipment inspections weekly (Trucks, brakes, cranes trailers)
Maintains a comfortable and safe working environment for all employees

Proactively brings safety issues to the attention of proper department

Follows all company safety protocols

Arrives on time and prepared to work Seeks and prioritizes cross training

Flexibility to work for extended hours as needed

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