Dispatcher

BLUE STREAK COURIERS

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About Blue Streak:Blue Streak Couriers is a leading provider of customized transportation and delivery solutions, specializing in last-mile delivery services. We are committed to ensuring timely, reliable, and efficient deliveries that meet the unique needs of our customers. With a focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction, Blue Streak partners with a network of skilled independent contractors and dedicated employees to deliver exceptional service. Our team-driven culture promotes growth, innovation, and continuous improvement, making Blue Streak a great place to build a rewarding career.Blue Streak began in 1984 as a small courier in Jacksonville, Florida. In its early years, the company operated mostly in northeast Florida, offering same-day delivery service to local businesses and organizations. From its origin, Blue Streak has maintained its dedication to offering the most professional, reliable, and friendly service to its customers.In 2005, Harold Boyett, a 20-year UPS employee, became the new owner of Blue Streak Couriers. He saw great potential for the small courier to become a multi-state, versatile logistics company. With more than a decade of management in transportation under his belt and an enthusiastic devotion to enhancing and expanding a small business, Boyett set forth on his mission to transform Blue Streak into a southeastern regional carrier.In addition to expanding geographically in the past decade, Blue Streak has also widened the scope of industries it serves. Initially, the courier company worked mostly with banks, moving deposits and documents throughout the city. Now Blue Streak serves a much greater variety of customers, including medical labs, restaurants suppliers, and final mile logistics.Boyett attributes the company’s success to its steadfast, hard-working team – some of whom have been at Blue Streak as long or longer than he has. “I am fortunate to work with a wonderful group of individuals who offer their amazing talents and dedication every day. Together, we strive to bring our customers the most innovative and reliable service possible.”--Mission:To provide a trusted, customer service, logistics, and technology solution.Vision:Blue Streak will create a reliable logistics network which empowers businesses and individuals to connect, prosper, and thrive.Values:Our COMMITMENT is to DELIVER the following VALUES in everything we do:We deliver EXCELLENCEWe are dedicated to delivering excellence that goes beyond the ordinary, setting new standards of customer service, reliability, speed, and professionalism in everything we do.We deliver SAFETYWe care for our people. Their health and well-being is of critical importance to our company, for without them, we simply can’t provide service. Our culture must exemplify the commitment to maintaining a safe work environment not only in our facilities, but as well as in the communities we serve.We deliver INNOVATIONWe embrace innovation to optimize our operations, ensuring faster and more sustainable delivery solutions for our customers, as well as developing robust, data rich technology solutions for all.We deliver TRUSTWe are more than just a courier company; we aim to be the trusted partner that anticipates and fulfills the evolving needs of our diverse clientele, using a customer-centric approach in our decision making. We build our reputation on transparency, honesty, and ethical conductWe deliver LOYALTYWe value loyalty so much that it is woven directly into our name, as the color blue is associated with the characteristic of loyalty. We are loyal to our drivers. Our drivers are loyal to our customers. Our customers are loyal to us.Job Title: DispatcherDepartment: DispatchReports To: Dispatch ManagerLocation: Jacksonville, FL 32216 (Corporate Office)Position Overview:Blue Streak Couriers is seeking a highly organized, level-headed, and detail-oriented Dispatcher to join our Jacksonville, FL team. This vital operations role is responsible for coordinating and supporting delivery routes, managing communications with drivers, and ensuring on-time performance and service quality throughout the day. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has excellent problem-solving skills, and can handle real-time decision-making with urgency and professionalism.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Monitor, assign, and adjust routes for independent contractor drivers throughout the day using internal dispatch systems and GPS tracking tools.
  • Communicate clearly and frequently with drivers to ensure proper execution of pickup and delivery instructions.
  • Respond promptly to time-sensitive delivery issues, rerouting drivers as needed and escalating high-priority concerns.
  • Maintain real-time awareness of route statuses, proactively identifying and resolving service disruptions or potential delays.
  • Track time-critical deliveries and ensure adherence to client-specific procedures and deadlines.
  • Log and update all driver activity and service events in dispatch software.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for driver support, troubleshooting route or customer-related issues with professionalism.
  • Collaborate closely with Customer Service and Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely communication.
  • Uphold a high standard of communication between customers and internal teams for efficient issue resolution.
  • Assist with after-hours or weekend coverage, as needed, to support uninterrupted operations.
Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Teams; familiarity with dispatch or routing software is a plus.
  • Ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Confidence in making quick decisions with limited information.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable navigating GPS, routing, or delivery management tools.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in logistics, supply chain, or related field is a plus.
  • Previous experience in dispatching, transportation, logistics coordination, or courier service preferred.
  • Familiarity with the courier or last-mile delivery industry is strongly preferred.
  • Must be dependable, professional, and capable of maintaining composure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
Schedule:
  • Monday – Friday, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, with some weekends as necessary.
Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly compensation.
  • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability/pet/and more insurance.
  • 401k plan with company match.
  • PTO (Paid Time Off).
  • Group discounts at many major retail companies.
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
Blue Streak Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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