Dispatcher
Trademark Metals Recycling - A Nucor Company · Tampa, FL · 2 mo ago
Management$74k/yrFull-time
About the Role
As a Dispatcher at Trademark Metals Recycling, you're the nerve center of the operation. You'll coordinate drivers, manage routes, handle customer service calls, process billing, and make real-time decisions that keep the whole yard running on schedule. It's a fast-paced, high-responsibility role that rewards sharp thinkers with strong earning potential and the full backing of Nucor — a Fortune 150 company built on taking care of its people.
What You'll Do
- Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures — safety is always the first priority
- Dispatch and support drivers throughout the day — route them efficiently to deliver timely, reliable service to customers
- Take inbound service requests from customers and TMR teammates — triage, prioritize, and act fast
- Monitor customer scale alert systems and respond to issues as they arise
- Assess loaded boxes and trailers on the yard from the previous day and schedule them for unloading
- Review and process daily paperwork from the prior day — check contractor times and compare against billing
- Review driver performance daily and flag issues or trends to management
- Assist drivers with problems in the field — make the call on when to escalate to management
- Perform general office and billing duties as assigned by the Manager
What We're Looking For
- Dispatch systems experience preferred — familiarity with routing and logistics software is a strong plus
- Billing and administrative experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills — comfortable on the phone, radio, and in person
- Able to multitask, stay organized, and follow up on outstanding issues without letting things fall through the cracks
- Strong problem-solving instincts — you assess situations quickly and make good calls under pressure
- Professional, customer service-focused attitude with the ability to handle difficult situations calmly
- Computer proficient — Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and ability to learn in-house systems
- Willingness to learn the scrap metal recycling industry — knowledge is a plus, drive to learn is a must
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
- Candidates within 50 miles of location preferred
- Must pass a hair drug test and background check
Pay, Benefits & Career Growth
- Average annual earnings: $67,000 (includes hourly base pay, weekly overtime opportunities, and bonuses)
- Weekly production bonus
- Paid training – we'll teach you what you need to succeed
- Fast benefits – medical, dental, & vision after just 30 days
- Profit sharing – yearly payout averaging ~17% of annual pay
- 401(k) match – company matches 17% of your contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan – company matches 10%
- Paid vacation – 40 hours after 6 months
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement – up to $5,250 per year
- Company-paid life & disability insurance
- Clear career paths – promote from within, no cap on growth