Onsite Fleet Dispatcher — Optimize Routes & Revenue

Dunavant; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunavant in La Porte, TX is seeking a highly organized Dispatcher to coordinate driver activities, maximize fleet productivity, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will balance daily revenue goals with customer needs in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time on-site role requires strong problem-solving, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with drivers and internal teams to keep freight moving safely and efficiently. Proficiency with DOT regulations and TMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; or 6–12 months of dispatching, transportation, logistics, customer service, or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong multitasking and organizational abilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of geographic areas and routing principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMW preferred).
• Understanding of trucking operations and DOT regulations.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers efficiently to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Coordinate freight movements and proactively identify opportunities to increase daily revenue.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Track vehicle maintenance schedules, inspections, and compliance requirements.
• Pre-dispatch drivers to ensure equipment and personnel are utilized effectively.
• Monitor free-time and equipment return dates to avoid charges.
• Enter and maintain accurate information in transportation management systems and company software.
• Assist with dispatch coverage for other divisions as needed.
• Resolve driver and customer issues quickly and professionally.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Routing knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Decision making

MS Office

TMS experience

DOT regulations

Bilingual

Education

Associate degree

Dispatching experience 6–12 months

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Dunavant in La Porte, TX is seeking a highly organized Dispatcher to coordinate driver activities, maximize fleet productivity, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will balance daily revenue goals with customer needs in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time on-site role requires strong problem-solving, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with drivers and internal teams to keep freight moving safely and efficiently. Proficiency with DOT regulations and TMS is a plus.