Night-Shift Box Truck Dispatcher (Onsite — SD)

TCI Transportation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

TCI Transportation in San Diego is seeking a dependable Driver Dispatcher to coordinate daily transportation operations, support drivers, and deliver reliable customer service. This hands-on role requires supervising box truck movements, loading/unloading, and ensuring trips stay covered with safety and efficiency in mind.

You’ll work nights and weekends onsite, communicating with drivers, maintenance teams, customers, and leadership to keep the operation moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• 6 months verifiable box truck driving experience within the last 12 months — REQUIRED.
• Availability to work Thursday–Monday, including Saturdays and Sundays, with an approximately 7:00 PM start.
• Ability to work onsite in San Diego. This position is not remote.
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and dependable follow-through.
• A cooperative, team-oriented approach and willingness to learn.
• Sound judgment, professional ethics, and respect for confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Daily Dispatch: Assign trips, adjust driver assignments, review routes, and ensure scheduled drivers report for their shifts and assigned duties.
• Support & Develop Drivers: Assist with driver orientations, training, and staffing coordination. Reinforce company policies, monitor performance, and organize driver meetings as needed.
• Keep Equipment Ready: Partner with Rental and Maintenance to secure equipment and coordinate services and repairs.
• Keep Operations Organized: Complete operational paperwork, serve as a local terminal contact, and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized facility. Keep safety, cost control, and customer service at the center of daily decisions.
• Deliver Dependable Customer Service: Maintain clear communication with customers and internal teams, address operational concerns, and help meet or exceed customer performance expectations.
• Provide Hands-On Support: Load and unload assigned trucks while helping the team keep freight and equipment moving.
• Put Safety & Compliance First: Confirm drivers have sufficient available hours for assigned work, assist with electronic log audits, report discrepancies, and coordinate with your manager, Safety, and HR on Hours of Service compliance.

Skills

Box truck driving

Night/weekend availability

Onsite in San Diego

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Job description

TCI Transportation in San Diego is seeking a dependable Driver Dispatcher to coordinate daily transportation operations, support drivers, and deliver reliable customer service. This hands-on role requires supervising box truck movements, loading/unloading, and ensuring trips stay covered with safety and efficiency in mind.

You’ll work nights and weekends onsite, communicating with drivers, maintenance teams, customers, and leadership to keep the operation moving smoothly.