Dispatcher

Crane Cartage LLC; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 48,425,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Plan

136 hours of Paid Time Off (Yearly)

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Paid Volunteer Time

Employee Discounts

Wellness Incentives

Job summary

Crane Cartage LLC in Cerritos, CA is seeking a dispatcher to coordinate driver assignments, respond to calls, and ensure cargo pickup and delivery with accurate paperwork. The role requires knowledge of local markets and strong data-entry skills.

You will support ongoing shipments while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations. Minimum education is a High School Diploma or GED with 1–3 years related experience; industry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local geographic market.
• Accurate typing and data-entry skills.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Responds promptly and professionally to client needs.
• Reads and completes basic checklists and forms.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and respond to drivers' calls.
• Notify drivers of assignments and direct activities to ensure cargo is picked up and delivered.
• Maintain shipment information and ensure proper paperwork.
• Update database on dispatched moves.
• Support other duties as assigned.

Skills

Local geographic knowledge

Data entry

Math basics

Client responsiveness

Paperwork handling

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Observation and attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Ensures Client needs and commitments are met
• Dispatch drivers and respond to Drivers calls
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations
• Notify drivers of assignments and direct their activities to ensure cargo is picked up and delivered
• Maintain information on shipments and ensures proper paperwork required
• Update data base on all dispatched move
• Other duties as assigned

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of local geographic market.
• Accurate typing skills and/or data entry skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Responds promptly and professionally to client needs.
• Read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Good vision and depth perception required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 to 3 years, related experience.
• Minimum 1 year of industry experience preferred.

Certifications & Licenses

• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

California required disclosure: Salary range for this position is between USD 16.90 - 23 hourly.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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