Strategic Fleet Dispatcher & Route Optimization Lead

Valorfleetservices; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Valorfleetservices in Falls Church, VA is seeking an experienced dispatcher to manage daily truckloads, optimize routes, and coordinate with drivers, shippers, and receivers.

The role emphasizes FMCSA hours-of-service compliance, safe operation, and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced office setting. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of relevant experience and strong map-reading skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of dispatch, logistics, or transportation operations experience.
• Working knowledge of FMCSA hours-of-service rules and ELD requirements.
• Strong geography and map-reading skills across service region.

Responsibilities

• Assign loads to drivers based on location, equipment, hours of service, and delivery windows.
• Build efficient routes that cut empty miles, fuel cost, and tolls.
• Book and confirm pickup and delivery appointments with shippers and receivers.
• Act as driver’s first point of contact during shifts.
• Track trucks via ELD/GPS and confirm check-calls, arrivals, and departures.
• Reroute drivers around delays, weather, road closures, and breakdowns.

Skills

Problem-solving under pressure

Communication

Multitasking

Accuracy

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in logistics or supply chain

Tools

TMS (McLeod, TMW, Samsara)

ELD/telematics

Load boards (DAT, Truckstop)

Microsoft 365

Job description

Valorfleetservices in Falls Church, VA is seeking an experienced dispatcher to manage daily truckloads, optimize routes, and coordinate with drivers, shippers, and receivers.

The role emphasizes FMCSA hours-of-service compliance, safe operation, and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced office setting. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of relevant experience and strong map-reading skills.