OTR Intermodal Dispatcher - Houston Trucking

Job description:About UsJLM Logistics is a Houston-based intermodal trucking, drayage, transload, and warehousing company working out of the Bayport and Barbours Cut corridor. We move containers between the ports, rail ramps, and customers across Texas and beyond.The RoleYou'll run dispatch for our OTR intermodal imports and exports. That means planning and covering container moves from port and rail to delivery, keeping drivers loaded and on schedule, and making sure customers know where their freight is.What You'll DoPlan, assign, and track OTR intermodal loads (import, export, and rail) from pickup to delivery and empty returnBuild efficient driver schedules and keep the fleet movingWatch container availability, holds, last free days, and per diem/demurrage deadlines so we don't take on extra chargesSchedule appointments with terminals, rail ramps, warehouses, and consigneesStay in contact with drivers all day about route changes, delays, and problems on the roadSend customers proactive updates, and raise issues early instead of after the factTrack driver hours (HOS/ELD) and help keep us DOT compliantRecord accessorials (detention, chassis splits, pre-pulls, storage, overweight) accurately so billing is right the first timeWork closely with our CSR, warehouse, and billing teams on handoffsWhat We're Looking For2+ years of dispatch experience, preferably in intermodal, drayage, or OTRWorking knowledge of Houston-area terminals (Barbours Cut, Bayport) and rail rampsUnderstanding of chassis, container types, overweight rules, and HOS regulationsComfortable with a TMS, ELD/GPS tracking, and Microsoft OfficeStays calm and organized under pressure and solves problems wellClear, respectful communication with drivers and customersBilingual English/Spanish strongly preferredSchedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional after-hours or weekend coverageBenefits401(k)Health insuranceWork Location: In person