Dispatcher - Wallingford, CT

Maersk•Wallingford, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC 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.

Requirements

Familiar with all California DOT transportation regulations.
Must have knowledge of all National and State DOT laws and regulations.
Expected to perform at 99.5% on time performance.
Understand all customer pick-up and delivery procedures.
High School Diploma with at least two years industry experience or Four years of relevant customer service or operations experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Knowledge of Transportation Management Systems.

Responsibilities

Manage and closely monitor over 10 to 20 owner operators in high paced LTL environment.
Ensure that work is distributed equally among all drivers.
Drivers are to be reminded daily to drive safe and be aware of their surroundings at all times.
Drivers are to be reminded periodically of all pick-up and delivery procedures.
Be able to react to emergency or urgent situations as they occur and follow emergency and/or accident company protocol.