Dispatcher

If you are a people-driven person known for your type A characteristics, this is a great opportunity for you! As a Dispatcher, you will coordinate all aspects of the store deliveries and be responsible for the team of delivery drivers and the fleet of vehicles. The ability to embrace and promote team goals and policies in a motivating manner is pertinent!

Our Story

Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter. For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first. What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations. Despite our growth, we are still a family-owned company. Our core values and our people-first culture remain the same.

Description:

As a Dispatcher, you will coordinate deliveries with other stores as well as customers. This includes giving drivers their assignments and ensuring that all deliveries are made on time. This also includes working closely with the lumberyard team to ensure loads are built correctly. Any changes in the delivery schedule will be communicated by you. Ensuring delivery equipment is safe and maintained according to DOT regulations and ensuring drivers’ logs are completed and maintained according to DOT regulations will be part of your role. To improve delivery efficiency, you will utilize our delivery dispatch management system.

Requirements:

Previous driving and/or dispatching experience

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Strong communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Customer service skills to cultivate relationships

Ability to multitask while remaining organized

This is not a desk job, so must enjoy being active

Benefits (full-time employees)

Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Optional supplemental life insurance

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time and paid holidays

Vendor incentives

Room for growth; we promote from within!

Military encouraged to apply!