Transport Dispatcher - Fuel & Lubricant Operations

Help Keep Chicago Moving Since 1948, Al Warren Oil Company has delivered the fuel, lubricants, and DEF that keep businesses, fleets, generators, construction projects, and essential operations running throughout the Midwest. We are a third-generation, family-owned company built on reliability, integrity, safety, and exceptional service. We are seeking a dependable and highly organized Transport Dispatcher to join our Chicago Terminal team. In this position, you will coordinate drivers, equipment, routes, and customer deliveries in a fast-paced transportation environment. You will play an essential role in helping our drivers work safely, efficiently, and on schedule. What You'll Do Coordinate and schedule daily deliveries of gasoline, diesel fuel, lubricants, and DEFDispatch company drivers and tank-wagon equipment on local and regional routesAssign loads and provide drivers with accurate delivery instructions, route information, and customer requirementsMonitor routes and delivery progress using GPS, dispatch, and fleet-management systemsAdjust routes and schedules in response to traffic, customer changes, equipment issues, weather, and other unexpected conditionsCommunicate professionally with drivers, customers, terminals, and internal departmentsConfirm delivery completion and maintain accurate dispatch, order, driver-hour, and delivery recordsHelp optimize routes, equipment utilization, and driver productivityRespond promptly to delivery questions, service issues, and time-sensitive customer requestsCoordinate with operations, sales, accounting, and customer-service teams to resolve order or scheduling concernsSupport compliance with DOT, OSHA, environmental, and company safety requirementsAssist with emergency and after-hours operational coverage when neededContribute to a safe, respectful, and team-oriented workplace Requirements What We're Looking For Previous dispatch, routing, transportation, logistics, or fleet-coordination experienceFuel, petroleum, lubricant, tanker, or hazardous-material transportation experience is preferredWorking knowledge of dispatch systems, GPS tracking, routing tools, and fleet-management technologyProficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and other common office applicationsFamiliarity with Chicago-area roads, traffic patterns, and surrounding Midwest service regionsStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organization, attention to detail, and recordkeeping abilityAbility to prioritize multiple deliveries and make sound decisions under time pressureA calm, professional, and customer-focused approach to unexpected problemsCommitment to transportation safety, accuracy, teamwork, and reliable serviceAvailability to provide occasional weekend, holiday, emergency, or after-hours assistance Preferred qualifications: Experience dispatching fuel or other regulated bulk-liquid productsFamiliarity with DOT hours-of-service requirements and transportation documentationExperience coordinating local and regional commercial deliveries Benefits Why Join Al Warren Oil? Competitive compensationBlue Cross Blue Shield health-insurance optionsMedical, prescription, dental, and vision coverageEmpower 401(k) retirement plan with company matching beginning on Day 1Day-one vesting in the company retirement matchPaid vacation, holidays, and personal time offEmployer-provided basic life and AD&D insuranceAdditional life and short- or long-term disability insurance optionsHands-on training and opportunities for professional growthStable, year-round work supporting essential Midwest businessesA supportive, team-oriented environment at a family-owned companyA workplace centered on safety, service, reliability, and long-term relationships Benefit eligibility, coverage, costs, and waiting periods are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies. Apply Today If you enjoy solving logistical challenges, supporting professional drivers, and keeping customers' operations moving, we would like to hear from you. Submit your résumé through the Al Warren Oil Careers page: https://www.alwarrenoil.com/careers/ Al Warren Oil Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application and hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.