Dispatcher, Transportation

Dispatcher

As a Dispatcher, you will be tasked with organizing the daily dispatch of equipment for the branch in a safe and timely manner. Without you, our customers cannot meet their operational needs, and that’s why we seek a professional with integrity who respects and understands the demands of the job.

• Schedule drivers and organize dispatch of all equipment for the branch
• Assist in taking customer telephone orders for deliveries, pickups and service
• Arrange for all emergency field repairs
• Answer customer calls and review driver schedules to fulfill customer requests
• Assist Inside sales team as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Technical knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier rules and regulations
• Diligent attention to safety
• Strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

As a Dispatcher, you will be tasked with organizing the daily dispatch of equipment for a Trench Safety branch in a safe and timely manner. You will be responsible for maximizing the efficiency of UR owned assets and outside resources. Our customers depend on us to deliver and pickup on time. Without you, they cannot meet their operational needs, and that’s why we seek a professional with integrity who respects and understands the demands of the job.

• Daily scheduling of UR Drivers and outside haulers with proactive forward planning
• Manage constant change to the daily schedule to meet customer demands
• Manage inter-company transfer hauling
• Communicate Driver schedules and expectations
• Become expert on dispatch system, supporting applications, and dispatch processes
• Be a key player in the daily branch planning meeting
• Monitor and perform to dispatch metrics
• Provide excellent service to both external and internal customers
• Communicate with the team clearly, concisely, and honestly
• Assist in taking customer telephone orders for deliveries, pickups and service
• Assist Inside sales team as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• College degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Diligent attention to safety
• Strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Analytical and process-oriented
• Planner, preparer, problem solver, decision maker
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Technical knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier rules and regulations

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

• Paid Parental Leave
• United Compassion Fund
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture

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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email  for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service‑leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.