Dispatcher (Intermodal Trucking)

Join to apply for the Dispatcher (Intermodal Trucking) role at IMC Logistics Location: Newark, New Jersey Plans the daily/weekly work schedule of drivers to maximize freight coverage in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Communicate and distribute appointment dates/time to drivers; owner operators and/or fleet. Communicate and coordinate between all IMC locations to maximize drivers’ time. Assist drivers with any equipment issues, detention time, rail billing, and any additional requests made of driver. Responsibilities Must exercise discretion and use independent judgment when relating customer requests, appointment time and assigning orders to specific drivers daily to run road, local or city. Maintain A to B dispatching. Complete lines of dispatch in SWS from paperwork that drivers turn in daily relating to completed runs. Handle driver service failures up to and including the authority to issue verbal and/or written discipline. Additionally, contact Manager/Cargo Specialist regarding the failure. Apply any additional charges including and notify customer service of changes. Track/Maintain yard report, MDR, CNI, and Divisional Pool. Actively participate in driver recruiting and retention. Request rail billing. Processes ATP’s and Non-Productive pay. Review preliminary payroll. Oversee drivers HOS and ELD updating. Oversee and manage Rail/Port pins – reservations – LFD. Operating with a sense of urgency while handling challenging environments. Qualifications 2 to 5 years and intermodal experience preferred. Good communication and organizational skills. Preferred Skills Knowledge of DOT Regulations. Knowledge of Hazardous Materials. Ability to multi-task. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Truck Transportation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage #J-18808-Ljbffr IMC Logistics