Drayage Dispatcher

Ultimate Staffing Services; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Fontana, CA is seeking an experienced Drayage Dispatcher to support a busy transportation operation. You will coordinate drivers, manage daily dispatch activities, and ensure on-time pickups and deliveries in a fast-paced environment.

You will use a TMS and Samsara software, maintain accurate dispatch data, and communicate proactively with drivers and operations to resolve scheduling issues while complying with DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of drayage dispatching experience.
• Local transportation dispatch experience required.
• Experience communicating with drivers via a TMS.
• DOT rules and regulations knowledge.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with Samsara software is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch and coordinate drivers for daily pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor shipment activity and provide real-time driver updates.
• Use a TMS to manage dispatch operations.
• Decide on driver assignments, routes, and priorities.
• Maintain timely movement of freight and service standards.
• Enter and maintain dispatch, driver, and load data.
• Collaborate with Operations to resolve scheduling issues.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Communicate delays and transportation updates proactively.

Skills

Drayage dispatching

Driver coordination

Communication with drivers

Data entry accuracy

Time management

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Samsara

TMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an experienced Drayage Dispatcher to support a busy transportation and logistics operation. This role will work closely with transportation leadership to coordinate drivers, manage daily dispatch activities, and ensure on-time pickups and deliveries in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispatch and coordinate drivers for daily pickup and delivery schedules.
• Monitor shipment activity and provide real-time communication with drivers.
• Utilize a Transportation Management System (TMS) to manage dispatch operations.
• Make independent decisions regarding driver assignments, routes, and delivery priorities.
• Ensure timely and efficient movement of freight while maintaining service standards.
• Accurately enter and maintain dispatch, driver, and load information.
• Partner with Operations and Transportation teams to resolve scheduling and routing issues.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Provide proactive communication regarding delays, service issues, and transportation updates.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of recent drayage dispatching experience required.
• Previous local transportation dispatch experience required.
• Experience communicating with drivers through a TMS (Transportation Management System).
• Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to make independent decisions and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with Samsara dispatching software is highly preferred.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Additional Information

Pay: $25.00 per hour.

Fontana, CA | Full-Time | $25.00/hr.

Drayage Dispatcher, Dispatcher, Transportation Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, Trucking Dispatcher, Container Dispatcher, Fleet Dispatcher, Port Operations, TMS, Samsara, DOT Compliance, Logistics, Transportation Operations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.