Strategic Dispatcher: Optimize Loads & Routes for Drivers

HWS LLC; Falls Church (VA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

HWS LLC is seeking a dispatcher to manage loads, drivers, and communication across shifts from our Falls Church office. You will optimize routes, confirm pickups and deliveries, and stay the primary contact for drivers and customers. Emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely updates.

The role requires knowledge of FMCSA hours-of-service, experience in dispatch, and strong map-reading skills within the service region. This is an on-site position with potential for growth in logistics operations.

Formación

• Requires 1+ year dispatch, logistics, or transportation operations experience.
• Familiarity with FMCSA hours-of-service rules and ELD requirements.
• Strong geography and map-reading skills across service region.
• High school diploma or GED required; advanced degree preferred in logistics or business.

Responsabilidades

• Assign loads to drivers based on location, equipment, hours of service, and delivery windows.
• Build efficient routes to reduce empty miles, fuel costs, and tolls.
• Book and confirm pickup and delivery appointments with shippers and receivers.
• Act as driver’s first point of contact during shift; monitor ETA and status via ELD/GPS.
• Track truck progress, confirm check-ins, arrivals, and departures; reroute as needed.

Conocimientos

Problem-solving under pressure

Communication

Multitasking

Accuracy

Technology literacy

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or business

Herramientas

TMS (McLeod)

TMW

Samsara

DAT/Truckstop

Microsoft 365

Descripción del empleo

HWS LLC is seeking a dispatcher to manage loads, drivers, and communication across shifts from our Falls Church office. You will optimize routes, confirm pickups and deliveries, and stay the primary contact for drivers and customers. Emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely updates.

The role requires knowledge of FMCSA hours-of-service, experience in dispatch, and strong map-reading skills within the service region. This is an on-site position with potential for growth in logistics operations.