Dispatcher

APM Terminals; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. seeks a driver coordinator to assign work for company and owner-operator trailer drivers, coordinating freight and directing drivers by two-way radio.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and, due to the workload, Spanish fluency. Shift is Tuesday–Saturday 11:00am–8:00pm with a pay range of $27.00–$30.00 per hour, and a commitment to an equal opportunities workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) with minimal related experience/training.
• Spanish fluency required; ability to communicate with drivers and customers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for driver coordination.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and maintains list of available drivers.
• Assigns trucks according to availability, purpose of trip, and freight.
• Issues record sheets and related paperwork to drivers.
• Troubleshoots and notifies parties of changes.
• Records departure times, destinations, cargo, and ETA.
• Investigates overdue vehicles and coordinates with customers to locate shipments.
• Directs driver activities by two-way radio.
• Communicates with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, or damaged merchandise.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike.Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us! If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you! Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process.Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Summary: Assigns work for Company and owner operator trailer drivers for conveyance of freight by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compiles and maintains list of available drivers.
• Assigns trucks according to availability, purpose of trip, and freight.
• Issues record sheets, and all related paperwork to drivers.
• Trouble shooting and notifying appropriate parties of any changes.
• Records time of departure, destination, cargo, and expected time of return.
• Investigates overdue vehicles.
• Directs activities of drivers by two-way radio.
• Confers with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed, or damaged merchandise.
• Heavy communication with drivers on a daily basis.
• Spanish fluency required Position is full time and on-site.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Company Benefits

• Medical Dental Vision 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

SHIFT: Tuesday- Saturday 11:00am-8:00pm

Pay Range: $27.00 - 30.00/hr *The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.