Kottke Trucking, a privately held, family-owned truckload carrier specializing in reefer (temperature controlled) and dry freight services, is looking for a Driver Manager/Dispatcher to join our team. We have been in continuous operation since 1938 by three generations of the Kottke family. Service driven, with old-fashioned work ethics, we strive to build long-term customer relationships through outstanding customer service. Long-term client relations are cultivated by our dedicated operations team, experienced drivers and our commitment to superior customer service.

Overview:

This person will be the drivers first point of contact, coordinate with driver about loads, manage drivers vacation requests, and be responsible for the timely movement of company freight.

Essential Job Functions:

Manage Drivers and their work loads Manage Drivers home time and vacation requests Coordinate with planners and customer service reps for meeting driver and customer demand Work to maximize driver performance Help to minimize deadhead Maximize Revenues per Mile Well Spoken, Easy to understand Sympathetic and companionate to the drivers needs Non -

Essential Job Functions:

Assist Customer Service Reps with customer needs management

Requirements:

Good Time Management Skills Good Communication Skills Good Computer Skills Timely Dedicated to the Job Driven for

Results Good Listening Skills Patience Respectful Good Telephone Skills Good Natured and Good Spirited Required Experience:

Starting pay will be based on previous experience. We are willing to train the right candidate without experience.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Dispatching:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Buffalo Lake, MN 55314: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person