Dispatcher - Folcroft, PA.

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Folcroft (Delaware County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

And more!

Job summary

A.P. Moller - Maersk is seeking a detail‑oriented Dispatch Coordinator to schedule drivers, coordinate freight deliveries, and serve as the liaison between customers, drivers, and management.

In this role you will communicate freight details, plan routes, monitor timelines, and ensure accurate dispatch records. The position requires solid knowledge of local traffic regulations and strong English communication, with paid OT and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong time management skills and punctuality are essential.
• Solid knowledge of local and state traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to make quick routing changes and adapt plans on the fly.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for liaison with customers, drivers and management.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Comfort with computer software and dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule drivers for freight delivery and pickups.
• Serve as liaison between customers, drivers, and management.
• Communicate freight details, pickup/drop-off times, and special requests.
• Plan predicted routes and adjust plans as needed.
• Identify traffic issues and develop corrective actions to meet deadlines.
• Prepare dispatch documents and retrieve required records for employees, customers, or vendors.
• Maintain records of dispatch calls, driver routes, and delivery times.
• Monitor truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
• Log vendor complaints or concerns.
• Answer calls from vendors, customers, and management and provide assistance.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Time management

Knowledge of traffic laws

Routing changes

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization & multitasking

Computer literacy

English communication

Job description

Our company promotes a culture of honesty and integrity, valuing the trust it builds with customers and employees alike. Our people-centric approach sets us apart and keeps customers coming back to work with us.

Schedule

• Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (9 to 10 hours a day) – OT and benefits paid.

Essential Functions

• Schedule drivers for freight delivery and package pickups.
• Serve as liaison between customers, drivers, and management.
• Communicate freight details, pickup and drop‑off times, and special requests with customers and vendors.
• Plan predetermined routes and make rapid routing changes.
• Identify traffic problems and develop corrective action plans to meet deadlines.
• Prepare general dispatch documents for management and pull any required documents for employees, customers, or vendors.
• Maintain records of dispatch calls, driver routes, route changes, and delivery/pick‑up times.
• Monitor truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
• Log vendor complaints or concerns.
• Answer phone calls from vendors, customers, and management and provide assistance as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong aptitude for time management.
• Excellent understanding of local and state traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to make quick routing changes.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Deep understanding of computer software and technologies.
• Proficient reading, writing, and speaking in English.

Company Benefits

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

Pay Range

$26.00 per hour. 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.

Equal Opportunity & Protected Characteristics

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, 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.

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