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Intermodal Dispatcher - Full Time

Intermodal Dispatcher - Full Time

Forward AirKansas City, MO, United States
Full-time
The Intermodal Dispatcher is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and dispatching of our customer's freight.The role owns the relationship with our valued Independent Contractors and is instru...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
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Police Dispatcher

Police Dispatcher

University of Kansas Medical CenterKansas City, KS, US
Full-time
Public Safety - Police Operations.The Communications Specialist works as part of the Public Safety.Communications Division's day-to-day operations for emergency and nonemergency police, security, a...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago
Dispatcher I

Dispatcher I

World Fuel ServicesKANSAS CITY, KS
Full-time
Safety Culture; ensure all transportation operations comply with all facility, company, state and federal rules and DOT regulations. Requirements, Competencies and Certifications.Minimum Education &...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago
Communications Dispatcher

Communications Dispatcher

Cedar FairKansas City, MO
Full-time
Must be at least 18 years of age.A Communications Dispatcher is a vital role in managing park operations.All park departments utilize the communications center for coordination of daily activities,...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
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Transportation Dispatcher (30 / hour)

Transportation Dispatcher (30 / hour)

Frontier SchoolsKansas City, MO, US
Full-time
Plus $2 if you have a Bachelors Degree).Job Description : Transportation Dispatcher.Responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily operations of school bus routes and driver assignments.This ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Dispatcher

Dispatcher

Advantage Metals Recycling LLCKansas City, KS, US
Full-time
Division : Advantage Metals Recycling LLC.Location : Kansas City, KS, United States.Other Available Locations : Missouri. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidat...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
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Service Dispatcher / Administrative Assistant

Service Dispatcher / Administrative Assistant

Turners Consumer Service Inc.Overland Park, KS, US
Full-time
We are seeking an organized and efficient Service Dispatcher to join our appliance service company.The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the scheduling and workflow of our service te...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Eastern Airlines - Dispatcher - Kansas City, MO

Eastern Airlines - Dispatcher - Kansas City, MO

Eastern Airlines LLCKansas City, MO, US
Full-time
At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way.In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are s...Show moreLast updated: 17 hours ago
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Communications Dispatcher

Communications Dispatcher

ROCKHURST UNIVERSITYKansas City, MO, US
Full-time
Rockhurst University - Kansas City, MO.Rockhurst University Security Department has an opening for a Communications Dispatcher. Founded in 1910 and located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Roc...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
Communications Dispatcher

Communications Dispatcher

Rockhurst UniversityKansas City, MO
Full-time
Rockhurst University Security Department has an opening for a Communications Dispatcher.Founded in 1910 and located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Rockhurst is a Catholic university in the ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Campus Police Dispatcher

Campus Police Dispatcher

Metropolitan Community College, Kansas CityKansas City, MO, US
Full-time
Administrative Center - Broadway Plaza, MO.Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was o...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
EXTENDED COVERAGE DISPATCHER

EXTENDED COVERAGE DISPATCHER

Riverside TransportKANSAS CITY, KS
Full-time
The Extended Coverage Dispatch staff manages all fleets and issues that occur during the night and / or weekend shift.They must be able to make good judgments without the benefit of others immediate ...Show moreLast updated: 18 days ago
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Dispatcher I DOQ

Dispatcher I DOQ

City of Prairie VillagePrairie Village, KS, US
Full-time
ANNUAL SALARY - DISPATCHER I $49,318 - $66,579.DISPATCER II $58,590 - $79,096.Exceptional Employment Package.HIRING BONUS OPPORTUNITY! $2,500 AFTER COMPLETION OF ONE YEAR AND $2,500 PAYABLE UPON CO...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
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Intermodal Dispatcher - Full Time

Intermodal Dispatcher - Full Time

Forward AirKansas City, MO, United States
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description :

The Intermodal Dispatcher is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and dispatching of our customer's freight. The role owns the relationship with our valued Independent Contractors and is instrumental in the successful coordination of the accurate delivery of goods in a timely fashion. The key responsibilities of this function are to provide exceptional support to our drivers, be quick to respond to questions and troubleshooting concerns and to pro-actively monitor the movement of freight to ensure customer satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities & Duties :

  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize situations in a fast-paced environment (load-planning / dispatching)
  • Communicate with drivers to prioritize loads, define routes, and set schedules
  • Monitor containers to prevent demurrage and storage fees
  • Providing detailed instruction to various personnel via email and phone
  • Accepting & scheduling loads and providing excellent customer service
  • Make routing decisions that satisfy customer expectations and company financial decisions
  • Ensure that shipping data is entered into the system timely and accurately
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

  • Intermodal transportation experience strongly preferred
  • Self-motivated problem-solver with fervent desire to meet customer needs
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Desire for a long-term career with an industry leading company
  • Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule
  • Skills :

  • The ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic
  • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations
  • General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.