CDL Dispatcher

Maxwood Furniture•Marion, SC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Maxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands. They are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized CDL Fleet Dispatcher to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of their Class A trucking fleet, operating under their company MC and DOT numbers. This role is central to ensuring their drivers, loads, and freight lanes, including drayage operations at the Port of Wando Welch Terminal in Charleston, SC, run efficiently, safely, and in full regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment, communicates clearly with drivers and freight partners, and understands the demands of both OTR and port drayage operations.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in CDL dispatching or a related logistics role
Strong understanding of DOT/FMCSA regulations, including hours of service requirements
Experience with port drayage operations preferred, particularly in high-volume port environments
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage driver relationships effectively
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make quick, informed decisions
Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Office Suite
High level of accountability, reliability, and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience dispatching Class A CDL drivers in both OTR and local/drayage operations
Familiarity with the Port of Charleston and Wando Welch Terminal operations
Experience working with company-owned fleets operating under internal MC/DOT authority
Knowledge of freight lanes throughout the Southeast region
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily dispatch operations for company drivers, ensuring efficient routing and on-time deliveries
Schedule and assign loads across OTR and port drayage lanes, including container pickups and returns at port terminals
Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, providing real-time updates, support, and issue resolution
Monitor driver hours of service (HOS) and ensure compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations
Track shipments and proactively communicate delays or changes to internal teams and external partners
Coordinate with ports, warehouses, and third-party partners to ensure smooth load transitions and minimal downtime
Maintain accurate records of dispatch activity, driver logs, load details, and compliance documentation
Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts, equipment issues, and unexpected disruptions
Support continuous improvement of dispatch processes and fleet efficiency