DISPATCH - INTERMODAL

This position is for our Chicago, IL office. Our Dispatch team is the front line operating authority and is responsible for the day to day operations/activities of the division. They provide supervision and direction to all operations employees. They ensure that all operations schedules required by the customer are met 100% of the time. They also oversee quality and efficiency of transportation associates; equipment utilization and maintenance; and adherence to companies policies, procedures, and DOT regulations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for dispatching company drivers for pick up and delivery of shipments.
• Meet customer requirements; ensure productivity levels are reached in an effective and efficient manner and maintaining quality performance objectives.
• Ensure safe and healthy workplace and address compliance issues, implement and maintain safety and compliance procedures.
• Complete daily reporting of operational/quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DOT requirements and regulations.
• Provide instructions to drivers on routing and proper handling of materials.
• Dispatch drivers on a variable schedule as needed.
• Hire drivers that meet company and DOT requirements.
• Ensures employees are provided with appropriate tools to complete assignments.
• Counsels and uses progressive corrective action processes when disciplining employees.
• Remains current with changes and operating procedures within assigned areas.
• Perform driver safety rides (process walk).

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics/Transportation is preferred.
• Knowledge of Chicago, IL Railyards
• Detailed understanding of 20/40 IC business
• Detailed understanding of 53' domestic container business
• At least 5 years dispatch experience.
• Experience in Transportation/Logistics/environment is preferred.
• Must have very good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with customers and employees.
• Exceptional problem solving, conflict resolution, decision making, planning, and organizational skills are all required.
• Working knowledge of Trinium is preferred.

This position is Full time, Monday - Friday Noon - 8:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Every other Saturday remote

Benefits: Competitive pay, medical & life insurance, paid Holidays, vacation and sick time.

For Consideration, please email your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with Trinium Software?
• What operating systems have you used before?

Experience:

• Drayage Dispatching: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000