Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Freight Dispatcher to manage a fleet of owner-operators and maximize profitability through efficient load planning, freight sourcing, rate negotiation, and exceptional driver support.
Schedule: Remote Full-Time | Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm CST.
Responsibilities:
- Source profitable freight through brokers, 3PLs, load boards, and existing customer relationships.
- Negotiate competitive freight rates while maximizing truck profitability.
- Dispatch and manage a fleet of 10–15 owner-operators.
- Plan efficient routes to minimize deadhead and maximize loaded miles.
- Monitor freight markets and identify high-paying opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and customers.
- Coordinate pickup and delivery appointments while proactively resolving scheduling issues.
- Track loads from pickup through delivery and provide timely updates to drivers and customers.
- Handle operational issues including detention, TONU, layovers, and schedule changes.
- Ensure compliance with Hours of Service (HOS), DOT regulations, and customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate load and driver information within the Transportation Management System (TMS).
- Collaborate with recruiting, safety, and operations teams to ensure smooth day-to-day execution.
Requirements:
- Experience dispatching trucks in the U.S. transportation industry is mandatory.
- Approximately 4 years of U.S. trucking dispatch experience is preferred; however, candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered if they demonstrate strong dispatching knowledge and a proven track record.
- Experience booking freight using DAT Freight Match, Direct broker/customer freight, Internet Truckstop (preferred).
- Strong freight negotiation and rate-building skills.
- Solid understanding of Hours of Service (HOS), DOT regulations, Appointment scheduling, Spot market operations, Detention, TONU, and layovers.
- Experience managing multiple drivers simultaneously.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) such as McLeod, Turvo, AscendTMS, or similar.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Reliable home office setup with stable internet connection.
- Highly Preferred: Strong background in dispatching owner-operators and managing dry van, reefer, or flatbed freight, supported by deep knowledge of U.S. freight markets and lane pricing.
- Highly Preferred: Established relationships with freight brokers combined with proven experience working remotely for a U.S.-based logistics or trucking company.
Independent Contractor Perks:
- Health Insurance
- Immediate hiring
- Permanent work from home
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Job Category
Logistics/Supply Chain
Job Type
Full Time (35 hours or more per week)
Work Schedule and Timezone
Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm CST
Published on
Aug 03 2026
“BruntWork made the entire recruitment process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. They matched me with a client that genuinely fits my skills and values — and the support didn’t stop at placement... A reliable, professional partner I’d recommend without hesitation.”
— Zyrrah D, Bookkeeper
Freight Dispatcher (U.S. Trucking)
Job Category
Logistics/Supply Chain
Job Type
Full Time (35 hours or more per week)
Work Schedule and Timezone
Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm CST
Published on
Aug 03 2026
“BruntWork made the entire recruitment process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. They matched me with a client that genuinely fits my skills and values — and the support didn’t stop at placement... A reliable, professional partner I’d recommend without hesitation.”
— Zyrrah D, Bookkeeper