Port Intermodal Dispatcher

All Modal Transportation•Huntington Park, CA

16h•$78,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

All Modal Transportation is looking to fill a position for an experienced and energetic Fleet Dispatcher/Transportation Manager to support our year-round operations. All Modal is a Drayage & Intermodal Trucking company servicing the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and the rails roads. The position is responsible for managing the daily operations of our drivers and company-owned trucks.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of port - drayage dispatching experience and operations in the trucking industry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
Ability to multi-task various functions simultaneously
Maintain a positive attitude
Have strong attention to detail
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and long hours
Strong computer skills – good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook

Nice To Haves

Professional driving experience is a plus
Spanish, Russian, or Bulgarian speaking is a plus

Responsibilities

Managing operation of steady routes; dispatching and scheduling appointments with terminals, pick-ups, and drop-offs
Responsible for managing a local fleet of Drivers
Complete oversight of our drivers and daily terminal operations
Working closely with the Office Manager in regard to the qualification, hiring, training, and retention of drivers
Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations and the ability to operate in compliance with these regulations as well as within company guidelines
Managing routine and non-routine maintenance for all the trucks and coordinating such repairs with various shops in the area
Handling roadside assistance needs and developing a cost-effective way to minimize on-the-road tire changes and repairs
Monitoring budget and operational metrics while diagnosing and improving processes and procedures to ultimately improve performance and profitability
Other duties as required