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Transportation Dispatcher / Forklift Operator in VIENNA, Virginia at VMW EXPRESS LLC

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VMW EXPRESS LLC
VIENNA, Virginia, 22182, United States
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Job Description

Position Description: Job Summary

VMW Express is hiring an experienced Transportation Dispatcher / Forklift Operator for our Sterling, Virginia location. This full-time, on-site position is approximately 70% dispatch and 30% warehouse/forklift duties.

The right candidate will have at least two years of transportation dispatch experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and experience safely operating a forklift.

About VMW Express

VMW Express is a family-owned and operated transportation and logistics company serving the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast since 1986. Many of our team members have been with us for decades — we're proud of our low turnover and the experience that comes with it. We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented professional to join our Sterling team.

What You’ll Do

Dispatch and Operations:

  • Dispatch drivers to routes, pickups, deliveries, and customer locations.
  • Monitor drivers, vehicles, and shipments using dispatch, GPS, and routing systems.
  • Communicate route changes, delivery instructions, delays, and service updates.
  • Respond promptly to driver issues, service disruptions, and time-sensitive shipments.
  • Coordinate with drivers, customers, customer service, and operations personnel.
  • Maintain accurate driver, route, pickup, delivery, and shipment records.
  • Document unresolved issues and provide clear shift handovers.
  • Follow company safety procedures, customer requirements, and applicable DOT regulations.

Warehouse and Forklift:

  • Operate a standard propane forklift to load, unload, stage, and move freight.
  • Verify freight and shipment information for accuracy.
  • Maintain a safe and organized warehouse work area.
  • Assist with other warehouse duties based on daily operational needs.
Required Qualifications
  • At least two years of transportation dispatch experience.
  • Previous experience operating a standard propane forklift.
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions when schedules or conditions change.
  • Reliable attendance and dependable transportation to the Sterling facility.
  • Ability to perform both office-based dispatch and physical warehouse responsibilities.
  • Ability to complete required pre-employment and compliance screening.
Preferred Experience
  • Final-mile delivery, expedited transportation, LTL, or warehouse operations.
  • Dispatch, Telematics, routing, or TMS
  • Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping.
Schedule and Location
  • Full-time, Monday through Friday.
  • Day shift
  • On-site in Sterling, Virginia.
Compensation
  • $50,000 to $60,000 salaried
  • Opportunities for bonuses and commission
  • Compensation will be based on relevant dispatch, transportation, and forklift experience.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Holiday and vacation paid time off
  • Expense program
Why Join VMW Express?
  • Stable, family-owned company operating since 1986.
  • Experienced operations team and long-tenured employees.
  • Primarily dispatch-focused position with varied responsibilities.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a growing transportation operation.
  • Full-time, weekday schedule with limited after-hours requirements.
Apply Today

If you have transportation dispatch experience, can safely operate a forklift, and take pride in dependable, professional service, please submit your current résumé through Indeed.

VMW Express is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, business needs, and applicable law.

Work Location: In person

Job Location

VIENNA, Virginia, 22182, United States

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