Dispatch Planner in Training: Fast-Track Logistics Growth

Stevens Transport INC.; Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Transport INC. seeks a Dispatch Planner - In Training to learn and support freight planning across the Stevens network.

The role rotates through core dispatch functions, building skills in capacity matching, load progress tracking, and service disruption resolution, with on-site collaboration at Stevens Transport HQ in Dallas, TX. During training, you will develop data analysis, driver and stakeholder communication, and operational efficiency in a dynamic environment, preparing for a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong computer skills in a Windows environment, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of inbound communication (email and messaging systems).

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training across dispatch planning operations, including load planning, driver communication, and capacity management.
• Assist in pairing available trucks with freight to support network coverage needs.
• Support load monitoring activities, identifying and escalating service risks related to delays, weather, mechanical issues, or customer changes.
• Communicate professionally with drivers and internal teams via phone, email, and transportation systems.
• Learn to balance trailer pools and support repositioning strategies between surplus and deficit markets.
• Assist in generating daily, weekly, and ad hoc operational reports.
• Develop working knowledge of transportation systems, routing logic, and time/distance geography.
• Observe and support senior Dispatch Planners in decision-making, problem-solving, and contingency planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying trends, inefficiencies, and potential solutions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Communication

Scheduling & routing

Time Management

Adaptability

Research

Contingency Planning

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

AS/400

TMS

Job description

Stevens Transport INC. seeks a Dispatch Planner - In Training to learn and support freight planning across the Stevens network.

The role rotates through core dispatch functions, building skills in capacity matching, load progress tracking, and service disruption resolution, with on-site collaboration at Stevens Transport HQ in Dallas, TX. During training, you will develop data analysis, driver and stakeholder communication, and operational efficiency in a dynamic environment, preparing for a