2nd Shift Dispatcher — Fleet & Route Optimizer

Blackrock Logistics Inc; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackrock Logistics Inc in Palmdale, California, is seeking a Dispatcher for the 2nd shift (1:00PM - 9:30PM). You will coordinate daily scheduling, routing, and dispatching of drivers and freight to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective deliveries.

The Dispatcher acts as the primary contact between drivers, customers, and operations staff, monitors loads in transit, and resolves delays in real time while ensuring adherence to DOT/FMCSA regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 1–2 years of dispatch, logistics, or transportation coordination experience.
• Working knowledge of California and federal DOT/FMCSA regulations, including hours-of-service rules.
• Proficiency with dispatch software, GPS/telematics systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, or on-call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, route, and dispatch drivers and vehicles to meet delivery deadlines and maximize operational efficiency.
• Monitor driver locations, loads, and delivery status using dispatch and GPS/telematics software.
• Serve as the primary communication link between drivers, customers, warehouse staff, and management, relaying instructions and resolving issues promptly.
• Respond to delays, breakdowns, traffic, and weather disruptions by rerouting and reassigning loads as needed.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and California transportation regulations, including hours-of-service and meal and rest break requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of dispatch activity, deliveries, driver hours, and load documentation.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule vehicle servicing and address mechanical issues.
• Track and document freight discrepancies, damages, and customer concerns, escalating as appropriate.

Skills

Dispatch software

GPS/telematics systems

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or coursework in logistics

Tools

TMS software

Job description

Blackrock Logistics Inc in Palmdale, California, is seeking a Dispatcher for the 2nd shift (1:00PM - 9:30PM). You will coordinate daily scheduling, routing, and dispatching of drivers and freight to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective deliveries.

The Dispatcher acts as the primary contact between drivers, customers, and operations staff, monitors loads in transit, and resolves delays in real time while ensuring adherence to DOT/FMCSA regulations.