Job description
Mid Lane Carriers is a well-established drayage trucking company based in Wilmington, CA. With over 9 years of experience, we take pride in our fleet of 27 trucks. Our operations primarily focus on local deliveries within a 150-mile radius from the ports of LA/LB. Currently, we are seeking potential candidates to join our rapidly expanding team.
At Mid Lane Carriers, we are specifically looking for a dependable and competent full-time Lead Dispatcher. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in dispatching drivers, scheduling containers, and navigating all terminals effectively. The role requires proficiency in making terminal appointments, routing drivers to the correct terminal and delivery locations, coordinating deliveries, and managing per diem and demurrage while minimizing dry runs to terminals and deliveries. We are seeking an individual who is self-motivated and eager to grow alongside our team. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 3:30 pm to end. Join us and be a part of our dedicated team!
Qualification: The ideal candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have strong organizational skills, work independently, possess great communication skills, take initiative, and pay attention to detail.
Requirements:
3+ years in port trucking
Ability to schedule and track containers
Coordinate repair with mechanics
Manage Yard Team
Dispatch and monitor drivers
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Uses good judgment in making decisions in emergency and routine situations
Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills
Ability to effectively interpret contract rules and requirements
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills
Must have a pleasing personality and ability to get along with adults
Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situation requiring diplomacy, friendliness, confidentiality, poise, tact, and good judgment
Proficient in Spanish (required)
Scan slips and send POD
Punctuality
Duties: You will perform various tasks, including but not limited to:
Completing all night tasks/moves
Securing appointments with the terminals for empty terminations and or import loads out when requested or missed loads
Scheduling deliveries with customers
Assisting drivers with any issues
Emailing customers
Monitoring containers at the port
Updating Excel, scanning, filing
Various office duties and assistance
Scheduling drivers to make freight deliveries/terminal
Communicating with customers about freight details, delivery or pickup times, and special handling requests
Planning pre-determined routes and accommodating route changes as needed
Maintaining records of dispatched calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pickup times
Why?
Relaxed atmosphere/Friendly office staff
Growth opportunities
Competitive pay
Health, Dental, Vision
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Holidays
Night shift
Language:
Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Wilmington, CA 90744 (Required)
Work Location: In person