Dispatcher, Transportation

• 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.
• Coordinates with carriers when outsourcing is required.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices.
• Maximizes load efficiencies.
• May provide supervision to Dispatcher 1.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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

• 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience

• None required

• Minimum of 7 years experience in the transportation industry

• Prior management experience

Energy Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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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.