Routing and Dispatch Coordinator
Fairbanks, AK, US, 99701
Requisition Number: 30385
When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation’s premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential, commercial, industrial and motor fuel propane customers. Together, over 6,500 dedicated professionals will deliver over 1 billion gallons of propane from 1,800+ distribution points across the United States.
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Job Summary:
The Routing and Dispatch Coordinator will be responsible for the daily scheduling, routing, and dispatch of both delivery drivers and service technicians in supported locations to ensure the efficient distribution of propane and optimal utilization of field resources. This role will leverage route optimization software and work closely with District Operations, Customer Experience teams, and regional leadership to create efficient routes and schedules that meet/exceed operational metrics while maintaining exceptional customer service. The Routing and Dispatch Coordinator will serve as the subject matter expert for routing infrastructure, scheduling optimization, field resource utilization, and reporting tools and dashboards associated with these functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prior experience with driver routing and/or technician dispatching required
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Balances operational efficiency with technician, driver, and customer needs
- Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate data into actionable results
- Detail-oriented problem solver with high accuracy standards
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Act as subject matter expert for route planning processes and scheduling optimization
- Strong analytical skills with proven ability to solve problems and translate data into actionable results
- Knowledge of safety and DOT protocols
- Strong understanding of field operations with ability to identify and communicate downstream impacts of strategic decisions
- Ability to understand and relate technical requirements for service work
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma required. Associate degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in operations analysis, routing, logistics, technician scheduling, and/or dispatch
- Multi-location routing and scheduling experience preferred; Propane experience a plus; Supervisor or management experience preferred
AmeriGas Propane, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.
AmeriGas is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check. Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with AmeriGas policies. As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, AmeriGas cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.
Nearest Major Market: Alaska
Nearest Secondary Market: Fairbanks
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