What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher of Liquids (7 on/7 off) position at ACBL Branding?
Job Title: Dispatcher of Liquids
Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: ACBL HQ - Jeffersonville, IN
Job Type: Full-Time; Salary
This is a full-time, salaried opportunity with a 7 on/7 off schedule. This means 7 nights on, working a 12-hour shift, then the following 7 nights off.
Join American Commercial Barge Line as a Dispatcher of Liquids at our Jeffersonville, IN headquarters and play a vital role in keeping our river operations flowing smoothly! In this dynamic position, you'll coordinate barge and fleet boat dispatching across a designated river area, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries. You'll keep our customers informed with real-time updates and maintain accurate shipping data in our computer systems. If you're detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, this is your chance to make waves in the maritime industry!
When you join ACBL…
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.
What you will be doing... Your IMPACT
- Plan and execute barge and boat schedules within assigned river segment Identify short-term power needs for assigned river segment.
- Provide area planner with daily activity forecast and validate current plan.
- Provide functional direction to newer dispatching Team Members regarding activities in assigned river segments.
- Provide barge status, days in status, tow slot utilization within assigned river segment.
- Coordinate vendor activities within assigned river segment with a focus on generating fleet speed and barge capacity.
- Ensure compliance with company policy and government regulations.
- Initiate process improvements on work flow to ensure customer expectations are exceeded.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
What we are looking for...
You will need to have:
- High school diploma/GED.
- Valid driver's license.
- 3-5 years of logistics competence in transportation environment.
- Competence in dispatching, logistics or fleet planning techniques.
Even better if you have...
- B.S. degree in Business Administration with a concentration in transportation, logistics or a related field.
- Proficiency in using office productivity software such as MS Office.
Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...
- Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Commitment to safety and professional development
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
FLSA Status:
Exempt