Dispatcher

* Ability to speak, write, and read English *required** OSHA Certified Forklift License* 1 year dispatching experience* Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job* Must 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* 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 DDMS* Understands 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 OTIF* Assists with yearly inventory* Effectively manages Outlook and personal notebook* Holds people accountable for maintaining schedule* Communicates when overlength 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* Assists other team members with their work when appropriate* Helps set goals and meets company deadlines for the team* Contributes ideas to make things better, and accepts ideas from any source* Encourages and ensures team is always ready to help cover other yards* Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time* Ability to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire day* Must be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboard* Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet* Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions* Both local and overnight travel may be required #J-18808-Ljbffr Parr Lumber