intermodal dispatcher

Mark-it Express Logistics

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Mark-it Express is a leading provider of international intermodal drayage solutions, offering reliable and cost-efficient services across Chicago, Kansas City, and Detroit. Serving a diverse clientele that includes Beneficial Cargo Owners, NVOCCs, ocean carriers, and large domestic brokerages, we pride ourselves on operational clarity and dependable execution. As one of the largest independently owned, asset-based drayage providers in the nation, we focus on reducing clients&rsquo; total landed costs through tailored solutions and seamless logistics. With a commitment to transparency, direct access to leadership, and quick adaptability during disruptions, we ensure the smooth movement of freight.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 This is a full-time, on-site position based in Lemont, IL for an Intermodal Dispatcher. The Intermodal Dispatcher will be responsible for coordinating and managing the movement of shipments, scheduling and dispatching drivers, tracking shipments to ensure timely deliveries, and addressing any issues that arise during transit. The role also involves maintaining open communication with customers and drivers, ensuring high-quality service, and resolving conflicts or delays in a professional and efficient manner.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Proficiency in logistics coordination, shipment tracking, and managing schedules.
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 Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.
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 Effective communication skills with the ability to liaise with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
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 Experience with intermodal transportation, drayage, and related operational processes is preferred.
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 Proficient in using transportation management systems and familiarity with technology tools in logistics.
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 Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
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 Knowledge of shipping documentation and regulatory compliance is an advantage.
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 High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications in logistics or supply chain management is a plus.
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Intermodal Dispatcher

RoadOne IntermodaLogistics

Job descriptionJob descriptionOur Ashland VA terminal is seeking a container an Intermodal Dispatcher, normal schedule is Monday through Friday,, and the position requires flexibility to occasionally cover additional shifts.Job Summary: The primary duty of the dispatcher is to coordinate on-time pick-up and delivery of loads, which is imperative to the success of the company&rsquo;s operations. The role of dispatcher is essential to keeping the business going. The dispatcher spends more than 50% of his or her time performing this duty, which is comprised of the following sub-duties: tracing loads/shipments; managing freight volume; and remotely monitoring equipment use to ensure maximum efficiency. In the performance of these duties, the dispatcher exercises independent judgement, largely without direct supervision, in determining when/where/how/and what is required to either pick up or deliver a load, which requires real-time decision-making by the dispatcher. In this capacity, dispatchers actively support the truck drivers in the performance of their duties.Essential Functions: *Ensures all driver loads are covered and on time Confirms drivers have the right equipment for their pick-ups Requests needed paperwork for loads Traces loads/shipments Manages freight volume if issues arise Monitors equipment to move it as quickly as possible to reduce per diem costs for empty equipment Performs or serves as back up for yard checks Issues keys, record sheets and credentials to drivers Monitors on-time performance Prepares tracking reports for customers Issues disciplinary action for drivers that violate company policy; assists in decisions regarding hiring and firing of drivers as needed Communicates with customers and customer service management regarding scheduling appointments and problems that arise with pick-up or delivery of loads; works to ensure customer is satisfied Enters customer loads into system; updates loads when drivers call in Coordinates with vendors for equipment repairs Plans drivers&rsquo; dispatch, assigns loads to drivers according to business needs and driver capabilities Communicates with drivers to provide dispatch instructions Assists drivers in resolving complex issues Communicates driver issues to supervisor; issues disciplinary action to drivers as needed Coordinates with other terminals to meet customer needs and ensure all pick-ups are made Prevents any unnecessary company charges or liabilities Maintains record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made and other expenses Other duties as assignedRequirements: Experience in the intermodal transportation industry strongly preferred Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and relative experience&gt; Ability to use various computer systems Excellent communication, both written and verbal Ability to read and interpret business reports and daily logs Ability to work under general supervision Flexible; able to work in fast-paced environment Ability to work long hours if necessary to handle special customer requests Ability to exercise discretion and independent thinking regarding the general operation of the businessRoadOne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All new hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timePay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Dispatcher

EJQ EXPRESS INC

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Drayage Dispatcher to join our team. In this critical role, you will be the central point of contact for our drivers and customers, ensuring the smooth and timely movement of freight containers. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and has a deep understanding of rail port and intermodal operations. If you are a problem-solver with excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.Key responsibilities<ul><li>Dispatching and Routing: Coordinate the daily dispatching and routing of drayage drivers for pickups and deliveries at ports, rail ramps, and customer facilities. Ensure rail equipment is outgated and ingated in a safe timely and compliant manner.</li><li>Communication: Serve as the primary communication link between drivers, customers, and internal staff, providing real-time updates on load status and ETA.</li><li>Appointment Setting: Schedule and manage appointments for deliveries, for empty pickup/terminations and import/export loads.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Proactively address and resolve issues such as traffic delays, port congestion, customs holds, and equipment breakdowns and other isssue during daily operations.</li><li>Documentation: Prepare, process, and maintain accurate records of shipping documents, freight bills, and invoices. Provide final charges to the clients once the load is completed.</li><li>Price Quoting: Provide detailed pricing quotes to various quote requests for prospective clients. Ensure capacity is utilized fully at most profitable and effecient manner.</li><li>Compliance: Ensure all dispatching operations and driver activities comply with local, state, federal, and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.</li><li>Cost Management: Monitor and track costs, including per diem and demurrage, and take actions to minimize expenses.</li><li>Performance Monitoring: Use GPS and dispatching software to monitor driver progress and optimize routes for maximum efficiency.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience: Proven work experience as a drayage, port, or intermodal dispatcher.</li><li>Indepth knowledge about Rail Yards/Depot operations around the Chicago ara.</li><li>Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of port and rail terminal websites, procedures, and terminology.</li><li>Technical Skills: Proficient with transportation management software (TMS), GPS systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.</li><li>Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask effectively.</li><li>Adaptability: Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to last-minute changes.</li><li>Availability: Flexibility to remain available during off hours or weekends when needed.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills for quick decision-making.</li><li>Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in logistics or a related field is a plus.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Dispatching: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>South Holland, IL 60473 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>South Holland, IL 60473: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Intermodal / Drayage Trucking Dispatcher

PB Express

Job Summary Join our dynamic transportation team as an Intermodal Office Clerk/Dispatch! In this energetic role, you will coordinate and manage intermodal freight operations, ensuring seamless communication between carriers, warehouses, and clients. Your proactive approach will help optimize logistics workflows, support transportation planning, and maintain accurate data entry across multiple systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of supply chain efficiency, utilizing your analysis skills and transportation management expertise to drive operational success.Responsibilities<ul><li>Collect and scan driver paperwork and reconcile driver payroll.</li><li>Communicate clearly with drivers, clients, and internal teams via multi-line phone systems, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.</li><li>Support shipping &amp; receiving activities by scheduling pickups and deliveries, managing freight documentation, and ensuring timely processing.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of dispatch activities, freight movements, and related logistics data for analysis and reporting purposes.</li><li>Assist in fleet management tasks by coordinating vehicle availability, tracking maintenance schedules, and supporting logistics planning efforts.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Experience with transportation management systems such as Profit Tools, Transportation Management or similar platforms.</li><li>Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast paced environment</li><li>Familiarity with freight operations, dispatching procedures, and shipping &amp; receiving processes within a logistics environment helpful.</li><li>Excellent communication skills paired with professional phone etiquette for effective interaction with drivers, clients, and team members.</li><li>Proficiency in data entry using systems like AS400 or SyteLine; high typing accuracy is essential.</li><li>Knowledge of fleet management practices including GPS tracking and transportation planning strategies.</li><li>Ability to multitask efficiently using multi-line phone systems while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced setting. Join us in this vital role where your expertise in logistics technology, analysis skills, and proactive dispatching will help streamline our intermodal operations! We&rsquo;re committed to fostering a vibrant work environment that values your contributions while supporting your professional growth in transportation management.</li></ul>Pay: $27,000.00 - $40,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Intermodal Office Clerk/Dispatch

Bulk Equipment Corp.

Bulk Equipment Corp. is looking to add to our quickly growing team! Bulk is home to world-class technicians who aren't afraid to jump in and help out when needed. People who have killer problem-solving skills, like to work as a team, and have a passion for fixing things will thrive at Bulk!WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:<ul><li>Comply with all Safety Department policies and procedure to maintain a safe working environment.</li><li>Run successful preventative maintenance program efficiently at assigned Terminal(s).</li><li>Responsible for repairing and servicing customer and company owned equipment.</li><li>Perform scheduled inspections for planned maintenance.</li><li>Conduct evaluations on malfunctioning equipment.</li><li>Maintain logs of equipment condition and work performed.</li><li>Responsible for monitoring company owned assets, equipment, and tools.</li><li>Complete daily site activities at Intermodal terminals as assigned.</li><li>Complete work orders, timecards, and customer maintenance records</li><li>Complete uniform maintenance record keeping protocol at terminal.</li><li>Create parts lists for equipment maintenance and repairs.</li><li>Willing to work with the Purchasing Department / Parts Department</li><li>Willing to work in the weather elements (hot and cold environments)</li><li>Willing to work at heights (80 feet) in man basket / aerial lift.</li><li>Willing to work overtime as assigned.</li><li>Participate in Call Out Rotation (On call to response to customer needs)</li><li>Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic machine systems</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE:<ul><li>Belief that safety is a necessity, not an option</li><li>At least 5 years of heavy equipment maintenance and repair experience</li><li>Extensive knowledge on hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems</li><li>Understanding of various OEM platforms</li><li>Understanding preventative maintenance</li><li>Intermediate computer skills</li><li>Detail oriented with excellent record-keeping capabilities</li><li>Collaborative spirit</li><li>Physical ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs. throughout a normal shift</li></ul>EXAMPLES OF MACHINES YOU'LL BE WORKING ON:<ul><li>Gantry cranes</li><li>Forklifts</li><li>Reach stackers</li><li>Container handlers</li><li>Spotter trucks</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you familiar with working on gantry cranes? </li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Heavy Equipment: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Heavy Equipment Maintenance : 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Hydraulic : 3 years (Required)</li><li>Electrical : 3 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driver's License (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Cincinnati, OH 45203 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Intermodal Technician

Bulk Equipment Corp. is looking to add to our quickly growing team! Bulk is home to world-class technicians who aren't afraid to jump in and help out when needed. People who have killer problem-solving skills, like to work as a team, and have a passion for fixing things will thrive at Bulk!WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:<ul><li>Comply with all Safety Department policies and procedure to maintain a safe working environment.</li><li>Run successful preventative maintenance program efficiently at assigned Terminal(s).</li><li>Responsible for repairing and servicing customer and company owned equipment.</li><li>Perform scheduled inspections for planned maintenance.</li><li>Conduct evaluations on malfunctioning equipment.</li><li>Maintain logs of equipment condition and work performed.</li><li>Responsible for monitoring company owned assets, equipment, and tools.</li><li>Complete daily site activities at Intermodal terminals as assigned.</li><li>Complete work orders, timecards, and customer maintenance records</li><li>Complete uniform maintenance record keeping protocol at terminal.</li><li>Create parts lists for equipment maintenance and repairs.</li><li>Willing to work with the Purchasing Department / Parts Department</li><li>Willing to work in the weather elements (hot and cold environments)</li><li>Willing to work at heights (80 feet) in man basket / aerial lift.</li><li>Willing to work overtime as assigned.</li><li>Participate in Call Out Rotation (On call to response to customer needs)</li><li>Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic machine systems</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE:<ul><li>Belief that safety is a necessity, not an option</li><li>At least 5 years of heavy equipment maintenance and repair experience</li><li>Extensive knowledge on hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems</li><li>Understanding of various OEM platforms</li><li>Understanding preventative maintenance</li><li>Intermediate computer skills</li><li>Detail oriented with excellent record-keeping capabilities</li><li>Collaborative spirit</li><li>Physical ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs. throughout a normal shift</li></ul>EXAMPLES OF MACHINES YOU'LL BE WORKING ON:<ul><li>Gantry cranes</li><li>Forklifts</li><li>Reach stackers</li><li>Container handlers</li><li>Spotter trucks</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you familiar with working on gantry cranes? </li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Heavy Equipment: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Heavy Equipment Maintenance : 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Hydraulic : 3 years (Required)</li><li>Electrical : 3 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driver's License (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Rossville, TN 38066 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Eagle Systems, Inc.

<div>Eagle Systems, Inc. is currently hiring for a full-time Contractor Manager Dispatcher in the Baltimore, MD market.
Eagle Group has been a part of the transportation industry for more than 90 years starting with Eagle Livery in 1903 and has grown to over 24 terminals nationwide.
Eagle Systems utilizes cutting-edge technology to improve visibility and create efficiencies to meet and exceed our client's expectations and provide our drivers with tools that make them successful.
Eagle Systems is employee-focused and understands that each of our dispatch team members are critical and invaluable to our success.
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Knowledge of Ports and Railroads</li><li>
Knowledge of FMCSA Regulations, safety rules and DOT preventable truck maintenance</li><li>
Experience working with owner operator drivers</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment</li><li>
Knowledge of logs related to commercial/intermodal carriers</li><li>
Computer skills-must be confident utilizing the Google suite of products (docs, sheets, Gmail, etc) and Microsoft Excel</li><li>
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred but not required</li></ul>
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Daily dispatching of Independent Contractors</li><li>
Order entry and setting delivery appointments</li><li>
Daily contact with customers</li><li>
Safety-logs, tracking and obtaining daily/monthly required documents</li><li>
Equipment tracking in port and rail systems</li><li>
Accuracy with Driver Pay</li><li>
Assist with customer service requests</li><li>
Assist with dispatch and driver needs</li><li>
Assist with other office duties as needed</li></ul>
Compensation: $54,000-$60,000/year depending upon experience<ul><li>
Employer paid medical/dental/vision</li><li>
Paid vacation, sick and holiday</li><li>
401k with company match</li><li>
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)</li><li>
Salaried position based on experience</li></ul>
Equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and people with disabilities.</div>

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