Freight Dispatch & Route Optimization Coordinator

Approved Freight; California; On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

11 Federal Holidays

Monthly Team Celebrations

FSA and Supplemental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Yearly performance reviews

Job summary

DeWitt Companies is hiring for a full-time Dispatch/Operations role on-site in the California/Hawaii region. You will schedule, dispatch, and monitor drivers for inbound and outbound deliveries, while planning efficient routes to reduce delays and costs.

You will work with warehouse and customer service teams to ensure loads depart on time and shipments are tracked in real time. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in transportation or logistics, excellent communication, and strong problem‑solving

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in transportation, dispatching, or logistics.
• Positive team-work attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with TMS platforms and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, dispatch, and monitor drivers for inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Plan efficient routes to minimize delays, fuel usage, and transportation costs.
• Coordinate with warehouse, customer service, and logistics teams to ensure load readiness and on-time departures.
• Track shipments in real time and provide updates to internal teams and customers.
• Serve as primary point of contact for drivers and communicate routing instructions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Proficiency with TMS & MS Office

Tools

TMS platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1927, the DeWitt Companies is a family-owned group of transportation businesses with a strong presence in Hawaii, Guam, and California. We provide moving, storage, trucking, freight, and logistics services, helping individuals, businesses, and government customers move goods safely and efficiently. For nearly a century, our companies have built a reputation for dependable service, local expertise, and long-term relationships.

Essential Responsibilities

• Schedule, dispatch, and monitor drivers for inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Plan efficient routes to minimize delays, fuel usage, and overall transportation costs.
• Adjust schedules quickly when delays or unexpected issues arise.
  
  

$21-$23/ hour

Full-Time / On-Site

About Us

Founded in 1927, the DeWitt Companies is a family-owned group of transportation businesses with a strong presence in Hawaii, Guam, and California. We provide moving, storage, trucking, freight, and logistics services, helping individuals, businesses, and government customers move goods safely and efficiently. For nearly a century, our companies have built a reputation for dependable service, local expertise, and long-term relationships.

Essential Responsibilities

Dispatching & Routing

• Schedule, dispatch, and monitor drivers for inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Plan efficient routes to minimize delays, fuel usage, and overall transportation costs.
• Adjust schedules quickly when delays or unexpected issues arise.
  
  

Operations Support

• Coordinate with warehouse, customer service, and logistics teams to ensure smooth load preparation and on‑time departures.
• Track shipments in real time and provide updates to internal teams and customers.
  
  

Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers regarding routing, instructions, and load information.
• Communicate service issues proactively and provide solutions to prevent service failures.
• Build strong working relationships with drivers, vendors, carriers, and customers.
  
  

System & Administrative Tasks

• Enter and update system with dispatch details, load statuses, and notes.
  
  

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience in transportation, dispatching, or logistics (preferred).
• Must possess positive team-work attitude and open to learning opportunities.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment and manage time‑sensitive tasks.
• Proficiency with TMS platforms, and Microsoft Office.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs at times
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and typing on a computer
  
  

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision
• 401(k) with Match
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Monthly Team Celebrations
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Yearly performance reviews
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women/Veterans/Minorities/Disabled