On-Site Transportation Dispatcher | 1099 Contractor

DKD Logistics; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

DKD Logistics, a Chicagoland carrier, seeks a Transportation Dispatcher for on-site coordination of drivers, vehicles, and shipments at our Burr Ridge headquarters. You will schedule loads, monitor routes, and communicate with drivers, customers, and internal teams, while ensuring DOT/FMCSA compliance and using dispatch software, GPS, and TMS tools.

This 1099 contractor role pays $750–$1,600 per week and requires 1–2 years of dispatch experience and a High School Diploma or GED; driver

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of dispatching experience in a carrier, broker, or transportation environment required.
• Established driver or carrier relationships a plus.
• Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, including Hours of Service.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with dispatch software, GPS/TMS systems, and general computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers, vehicles, and loads based on customer needs and timelines.
• Monitor routes and shipments to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Communicate with drivers on routes, delays, weather, and customer instructions.
• Ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance, including Hours of Service (HOS).
• Manage operations using dispatch software, GPS, and TMS platforms.
• Troubleshoot delays, breakdowns, or route changes with quick, effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate dispatch records, driver logs, and delivery confirmations.
• Coordinate with warehouse, operations, and customer service teams.
• Keep clients updated on shipment status.
• Review and optimize routes for efficiency and cost savings.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Driver relationships

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Dispatch software

GPS

TMS systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS

TMS systems

Job description

DKD Logistics, a Chicagoland carrier, seeks a Transportation Dispatcher for on-site coordination of drivers, vehicles, and shipments at our Burr Ridge headquarters. You will schedule loads, monitor routes, and communicate with drivers, customers, and internal teams, while ensuring DOT/FMCSA compliance and using dispatch software, GPS, and TMS tools.

This 1099 contractor role pays $750–$1,600 per week and requires 1–2 years of dispatch experience and a High School Diploma or GED; driver