Transportation Dispatcher – $22-$26/HR – Friday-Monday

Optimum Staffing , Inc; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Staffing, Inc. in Indiana is seeking a reliable Dispatch/Administrative specialist to coordinate daily driver and dispatch operations, respond to driver questions, and keep transportation moving smoothly.

You will enter orders and shipment data into our systems, handle incoming calls, and perform general admin duties with accuracy. The role is full-time, Friday through Monday start at 6:00 AM, with 9-hour shifts in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Dispatch and/or Administrative experience REQUIRED.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, or air shipments preferred.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong phone, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks and resolve issues efficiently.
• Available Friday-Monday starting at 6:00 AM for ~9-hour shifts.
• Dependable in a fast-paced transportation environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily driver and dispatch operations and respond to driver questions/issues
• Enter and update orders, shipment information, and other data accurately in computer systems
• Handle incoming phone calls, communicate updates, and assist with transportation-related issues
• Complete general administrative duties including data entry, filing, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Support transportation and air shipment operations while staying organized in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Dispatch experience

Administrative experience

Data entry

Computer skills

Phone communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Organized

Job description

Responsibilities

• Earn $22.00-$26.00/HR Depending on Experience | $1,000-$1,200/WK
• Paid Weekly | Full-Time | OT After 40 Hours
• Work Friday-Monday with a 6:00 AM start and approximately 9-hour shifts
• Coordinate daily driver and dispatch operations and respond to driver questions/issues
• Enter and update orders, shipment information, and other data accurately in computer systems
• Handle incoming phone calls, communicate updates, and assist with transportation-related issues
• Complete general administrative duties including data entry, filing, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Support transportation and air shipment operations while staying organized in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Previous Dispatch and/or Administrative experience REQUIRED
• Previous experience in transportation, logistics, or air shipments strongly preferred
• Must have strong computer and data-entry skills with excellent attention to detail
• Must have strong phone, written, and verbal communication skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks and resolve issues efficiently
• Must be available Friday-Monday starting at 6:00 AM for approximately 9-hour shifts
• Must be dependable and comfortable working in a fast-paced transportation environment