Dispatcher

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.Job title: DispatcherPay: Starting at $22.10 - $26.35 an hour, depending on experienceSchedule: Monday-Friday 7am to 4pmLocation: Springfield, OregonThe Dispatcher is responsible for scheduling deliveries and credit returns efficiently. This position works with sales, yard personnel, and customers to make this happen. Examples include communicating with sales about their delivery needs, providing yard personnel with delivery invoices, and assisting drivers with challenges that appear on their routes. The Dispatcher’s efforts to coordinate between sales and yard personnel helps support our mission of Legendary Service through Teamwork.QualificationsAbility to speak, write, and read English requiredOSHA Certified Forklift License1 year dispatching experienceMust be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the jobMust be able to type 30+ WPMProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookKnowledge of dispatching and fleet management principles, practices, and protocolsKnowledge of dimension lumber and panel products and other building materialsKnowledge of home and commercial construction principles, practices, and protocolsAbility to read and interpret mapsDuties And ResponsibilitiesEfficiently schedule delivery orders and credit returnsComes to work professionally groomed and attiredMaintains yard cleanliness and holds team accountable for such behaviorIntroduces himself/herself to customers and/or vendors when the opportunity arisesEnsures that credit returns are picked up in a timely mannerSchedules backorders to make sure they are handled as a top priorityConducts regular ride-a-longs with drivers and job shadowing in yardAcknowledges team member's great workProactively seeking to improve damage and cull figuresHolds team accountable for assets for proper usage, lost, and cleanlinessSeeks out tasks or training opportunities that may help in career advancementReviews productivity reports and identifies opportunities for improvementCompletes required Blue-Volt training in a timely mannerRemain current on changing Federal and State laws in regards to interstate commerce and the operation of commercial motor vehiclesEfficiently schedules delivery orders and returns in DDMSUnderstands weight, height, and length limits for DOT complianceUses resources to seek information, partners with others in the company to solve problemsOpens and closes yard as neededAssists drivers with job site and road challengesSchedules loads in an effort to maximize OTIFAssists with yearly inventoryEffectively manages Outlook and personal notebookHolds people accountable for maintaining scheduleCommunicates when overlength and overweight permits are neededEnsures all paperwork, licensing, permits insurance certificate and truck books are orderly and kept up to dateWorks to improve truck turn time in the yard, can point to improvements team has madeEffectively knows how to manage truck journey valueUnderstands how efficiently order blocks, hangers and other supplies we useFacilitates group discussions with key members for best practicesSeeks out product transactions and order historyUses interyard transfer systemPrepares and submits monthly fuel and mileage reportsInvolved in management team's efforts to reduce turnoverAssists Fleet Manager in maintaining a safe, efficient and well-kept fleetAssists Driver Trainer in maintaining a safe, efficient well-trained staff of driversCompletes falcon order entry as neededWears high visibility/proper uniformReviews daily equipment inspections weekly (Trucks, brakes, cranes trailers)Maintains a comfortable and safe working environment for all employeesProactively brings safety issues to the attention of proper departmentFollows all company safety protocolsArrives on time and prepared to workSeeks and prioritizes cross trainingFlexibility to work for extended hours as neededAssists other team members with their work when appropriateHelps set goals and meets company deadlines for the teamContributes ideas to make things better, and accepts ideas from any sourceEncourages and ensures team is always ready to help cover other yardsThis position works in an office with a computer in a lumberyard/warehouse environmentPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit and/or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire dayMust be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboardMust be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feetMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditionsBoth local and overnight travel may be requiredBenefitsWe know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for the 3rd year in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks offEmployee paid sick days7 holidaysStandard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductibleDental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverageFSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programsFootwear subsidy through boot vendor after 90 days of employmentUp to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd yearIn addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approvalTuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)$1,000 referral bonusPARR Promotes!We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.