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Work Schedule Comments: Monday through Friday, Generally 7am-4pm Position Overview: Plans the daily/weekly work schedule of drivers to maximize freight coverage in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Communicate and distribute appointment dates/time to drivers; owner operators and/or fleet. Communicate and coordinate between all IMC locations to maximize drivers’ time. Assist drivers with any equipment issues, detention time, rail billing, and any additional requests made of driver. Essential Functions: - Must exercise discretion and use independent judgment when relating customer requests, appointment time and assigning orders to specific drivers daily to run road, local or city. Maintain A to B dispatching - Complete lines of dispatch in SWS from paperwork that drivers turn in daily relating to completed runs - Handle driver service failures up to and including the authority to issue verbal and/or written discipline. Additionally, contact Manager/Cargo Specialist regarding the failure - Apply any additional charges including and notify customer service of changes - Track/Maintain yard report, MDR, CNI, and Divisional Pool - Actively participate in driver recruiting and retention - Request rail billing - Processes ATP’s and Non-Productive pay. Review preliminary payroll - Oversee drivers HOS and ELD updating - Manage roadside repair - Oversee and manage Rail/Port pins – reservations – LFD - Operating with a sense of urgency while handling challenging environments - Other duties as assigned Skills Desired: - Strong data entry and computer skills - Good communication and organizational skills - 3–5 years of intermodal experience preferred (not required) - Knowledge of DOT regulations and/or hazardous materials - Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment **Benefits:** - Opportunities for advancement and career growth - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, etc - Paid Time Off, Holidays
Salary estimate
$94,000 – $126,000/yr
Provided by the employer.
Skills for this role
PayrollRecruitingCommunication
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